1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Verada. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1991 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford F-250 | 1991 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | F-250 | Verada |
Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6800 cc | 2971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2730 mm |