1988 Mitsubishi Starion vs. 2010 Ford F-450

To start off, 2010 Ford F-450 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Starion would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion.

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, 2010 Ford F-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 650 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Mitsubishi Starion 2010 Ford F-450
Make Mitsubishi Ford
Model Starion F-450
Year Released 1988 2010
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 6400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 102 HP 326 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3000 RPM
Torque 164 Nm 814 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors


 

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