1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 18 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER weights approximately 337 kg more than 1995 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (281 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Scorpio | CHALLENGER |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5023 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1449 mm |
