2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 408 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fiesta. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fiesta | 1990 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Fiesta | Verada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2730 mm |
