1992 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2002 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2002 Toyota Sienna is newer by 10 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Sienna (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada. (162 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 190 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.
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, 2002 Toyota Sienna (283 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi Verada | 2002 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Verada | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
