1992 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 20 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada. (162 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 285 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.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 2012 Porsche Panamera. 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi Verada | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Verada | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
