1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 185 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.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Scorpio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Scorpio | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Scorpio | Forester |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2615 mm |
