1966 Buick Electra vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,572 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Buick Electra (275 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Verada. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Buick Electra weights approximately 520 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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.
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1966 Buick Electra | 1996 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Electra | Verada |
Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6572 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2730 mm |