1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1998 Ford Scorpio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Model F weights approximately 70 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Ford Scorpio (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Scorpio | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Scorpio | Model F |
Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |