1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 9 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. Both 1994 Ford Scorpio and 2003 Honda Accord are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 78 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.
Because 1994 Ford Scorpio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Scorpio | 2003 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Scorpio | Accord |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
