1964 Buick Electra vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Buick Electra (275 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Verada. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Buick Electra weights approximately 515 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Buick Electra 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 1964 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Buick Electra | 1994 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Electra | Verada |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6965 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2730 mm |
