1992 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 1968 Plymouth GTX
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth GTX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth GTX would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth GTX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth GTX (375 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada. (162 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth GTX weights approximately 82 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Plymouth GTX 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 1968 Plymouth GTX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1968 Plymouth GTX (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi Verada | 1968 Plymouth GTX | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Plymouth |
| Model | Verada | GTX |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1597 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
