1993 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 19 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 18 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord.
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, 1993 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Verada | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Verada | Accord |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2799 mm |
