1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 1998 Ford Laser is newer by 2 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 17 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 240 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser. 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, 1998 Ford Laser, 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 (202 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Scorpio | 1998 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Scorpio | Laser |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
