1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 315 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, 2010 Lexus IS (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Scorpio | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Scorpio | IS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
