1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 1985 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1996 Ford Scorpio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Scorpio (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 140 kg more than 1985 Toyota Model F. 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, 1996 Ford Scorpio (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Scorpio | 1985 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Scorpio | Model F |
Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |