1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, both 1995 Ford Scorpio and 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Scorpio (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 84 kg more than 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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, 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Scorpio | 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Scorpio | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2935 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |