1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight 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, 1994 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 5 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight. 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, 2013 Honda Insight, 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, 1994 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Scorpio | 2013 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Scorpio | Insight |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4377 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |