1990 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Taurus 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 72 more horse power than 1990 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 111 kg more than 1990 Ford Taurus. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Taurus | 1991 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Taurus | Verada |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
