1992 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 1986 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada. (162 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 260 kg more than 1986 Venturi Coupe.
Because 1986 Venturi Coupe 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 1986 Venturi Coupe. 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, 1986 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada. 1992 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 1986 Venturi Coupe has manual transmission. 1986 Venturi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi Verada | 1986 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Venturi |
| Model | Verada | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
