1990 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 10 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 445 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort. 2000 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. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Escort | 2000 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Escort | Verada |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |