1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, both 1998 Ford Scorpio and 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 320 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.
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, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante, 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 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Scorpio | 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Scorpio | Diamante |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |