1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 2009 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 Toyota Prius is newer by 13 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Prius weights approximately 448 kg more than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
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, 2009 Toyota Prius, 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 (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Scorpio | 2009 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Scorpio | Prius |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
