1989 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 211 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord. 2005 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 2005 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accord | Verada |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
