1992 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Verada (162 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 530 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Corona 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 Toyota Corona. 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, 1992 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mitsubishi Verada | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Verada | Corona |
Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1857 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |