1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Ford Scorpio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla 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 47 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 96 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1998 Ford Scorpio (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Scorpio | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Scorpio | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
