1997 Ford Scorpio vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 16 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 117 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora.
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, 2013 Lotus Evora (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (293 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Scorpio | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Scorpio | Evora |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1229 mm |
