1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 1995 Chevrolet Beretta

To start off, both 1995 Ford Scorpio and 1995 Chevrolet Beretta were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Scorpio (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Beretta. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 51 kg more than 1995 Ford Scorpio.

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, 1995 Chevrolet Beretta, 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 (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Beretta.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Ford Scorpio 1995 Chevrolet Beretta
Make Ford Chevrolet
Model Scorpio Beretta
Year Released 1995 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 172 Nm 146 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1236 kg 1287 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1430 mm


 

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