1997 Ford Scorpio vs. 1992 Volvo 245
To start off, 1997 Ford Scorpio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 245 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Scorpio.
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, 1997 Ford Scorpio (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Scorpio | 1992 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Scorpio | 245 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
