1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 14 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (234 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 100 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Scorpio | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Scorpio | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
