1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 13 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, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Scorpio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Ford Scorpio (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Scorpio | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Scorpio | Civic |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
