1964 Ford Taunus vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Verada (162 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1964 Ford Taunus. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 465 kg more than 1964 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Ford Taunus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Verada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Taunus. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Taunus | 1992 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Taunus | Verada |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
