2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1993 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1993 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1993 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, 1993 Ford Scorpio (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 1993 Ford Scorpio | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | Scorpio |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2770 mm |