1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 1985 Porsche 944
To start off, 1998 Ford Scorpio is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 944 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 944 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1998 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Porsche 944 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Scorpio | 1985 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Scorpio | 944 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |