1988 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 485 kg more than 1988 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Escort | 2000 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | Verada |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2730 mm |
