2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Starion
To start off, 2001 Ford TE-50 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Starion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Starion would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Starion. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Starion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford TE-50 weights approximately 541 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Starion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Starion. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Starion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford TE-50 | 1982 Mitsubishi Starion | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TE-50 | Starion |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1125 kg |
