1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 2000 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 6 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 285 kg more than 1994 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Scorpio | 2000 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Scorpio | Firebird |
Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |