1992 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 360 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1994 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | Verada |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
