1992 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada. (162 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 14 kg more than 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi Verada | 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Verada | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3110 mm |
