2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 19 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 552 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
Because 2009 Ford F-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford F-250 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:
| 2009 Ford F-250 | 1990 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | F-250 | Verada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2730 mm |
