1997 Ford Scorpio vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 138 kg more than 1997 Ford Scorpio.
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, 2009 Honda Civic, 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 (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Scorpio | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Scorpio | Civic |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |