1990 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 8 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Escort (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort.
Because 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Escort | 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Escort | L 200 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |