1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 187 kg more than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Scorpio | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
