1993 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 115 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Alero.
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 Oldsmobile Alero (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Verada | 1998 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Verada | Alero |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
