1992 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 16 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 243 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma (265 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | Carisma |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
