1953 Daimler Conquest vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Verada (162 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (75 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1953 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 118 kg more than 1953 Daimler Conquest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Daimler Conquest 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 1953 Daimler Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Daimler Conquest. 1992 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 1953 Daimler Conquest has manual transmission. 1953 Daimler Conquest will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Daimler Conquest | 1992 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Daimler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Conquest | Verada |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
