1993 Ford Scorpio vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 1996 Renault 19 is newer by 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 170 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Ford Scorpio (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Scorpio | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Scorpio | 19 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
