1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 5 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, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 231 kg more than 1996 Ford Scorpio. 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 (202 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (171 Nm). This means 1996 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Scorpio | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Scorpio | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 171 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1671 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |