1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 1999 Holden Vectra
To start off, 1999 Holden Vectra is newer by 5 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Vectra (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 115 kg more than 1999 Holden Vectra.
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, 1999 Holden Vectra (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Scorpio | 1999 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Scorpio | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2650 mm |
