1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 409 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 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Scorpio | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Scorpio | Mustang |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1412 mm |