1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 480 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2000 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
Model | V8 Vantage | Verada |
Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |