1990 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 23 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 362 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.
Because 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo 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 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Verada | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Maserati |
| Model | Verada | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2942 mm |
