1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 2004 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2004 Holden Monaro is newer by 10 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Monaro weights approximately 347 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, 2004 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Scorpio | 2004 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Scorpio | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 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 | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2800 mm |
