1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 1976 Renault 4
To start off, 1995 Ford Scorpio is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 4 would be higher. At 2,935 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Scorpio (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1976 Renault 4. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 950 kg more than 1976 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Renault 4, 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, 1995 Ford Scorpio (281 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 4. 1995 Ford Scorpio has automatic transmission and 1976 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1976 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Ford Scorpio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 1976 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Scorpio | 4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
