1997 Ford Scorpio vs. 1975 Honda 145
To start off, 1997 Ford Scorpio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 145 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Scorpio (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1975 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 636 kg more than 1975 Honda 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Honda 145, 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, 1997 Ford Scorpio (293 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Scorpio | 1975 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Scorpio | 145 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1432 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
