1990 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 18 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. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 486 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada.
Because 2008 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Kyron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 2008 SsangYong Kyron has manual transmission. 2008 SsangYong Kyron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Mitsubishi Verada | 2008 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
Model | Verada | Kyron |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |