1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 1995 Volvo 460
To start off, both 1995 Ford Scorpio and 1995 Volvo 460 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Scorpio (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 460. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 582 kg more than 1995 Volvo 460. 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 Volvo 460, 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 (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 460. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Scorpio | 1995 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Scorpio | 460 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |