1990 Ford Escort vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 450 kg more than 1990 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, 1991 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort. 1991 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Escort | 1991 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Escort | Verada |
Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |