1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 1998 Rover 400 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Scorpio (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 370 kg more than 1998 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Scorpio | 1998 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Scorpio | 400 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
