1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 2010 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman is newer by 16 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 35 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, 2010 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Scorpio | 2010 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Scorpio | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2416 mm |
