1990 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 6 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. Both 1990 Mitsubishi Verada and 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante are equipped with a 2,972 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 32 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Verada | 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Verada | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
