1993 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 18 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 285 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Verada | 2011 Acura TL | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Acura |
| Model | Verada | TL |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2776 mm |
