1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 1997 Nissan Presea

To start off, 1997 Nissan Presea is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Scorpio 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 41 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Presea. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 410 kg more than 1997 Nissan Presea. 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, 1997 Nissan Presea, 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, 1996 Ford Scorpio (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Presea. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Presea.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Ford Scorpio 1997 Nissan Presea
Make Ford Nissan
Model Scorpio Presea
Year Released 1996 1997
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2295 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 145 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 203 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1440 kg 1030 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1330 mm


 

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