1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 1994 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Ford Scorpio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 10 kg more than 1994 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ford Scorpio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Honda Accord (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Scorpio | 1994 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Scorpio | Accord |
Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |