2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1991 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1991 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 436 kg more than 1991 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Scorpio. 2009 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1991 Ford Scorpio has manual transmission. 1991 Ford Scorpio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1991 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Nitro | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
