1992 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2011 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 19 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada. (162 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada.
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, 1992 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi Verada | 2011 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Verada | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2852 mm |
