1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 19 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, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 113 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic.
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, 2013 Honda Civic, 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, 2013 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Scorpio | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Scorpio | Civic |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4556 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
