1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 1991 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1996 Ford Scorpio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 130 kg more than 1991 Holden Commodore.
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, 1991 Holden Commodore (293 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Scorpio | 1991 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Scorpio | Commodore |
Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |