2008 Ford F-450 vs. 1992 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1992 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Scorpio.
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, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 704 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-450 | 1992 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-450 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2770 mm |
