1991 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Verada. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 435 kg more than 1991 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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mitsubishi Verada | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Verada | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2774 mm |
