1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 1992 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1998 Ford Scorpio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Fairlane (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 365 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, 1992 Ford Fairlane (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Scorpio | 1992 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Scorpio | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
