1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 42 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1990 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Verada |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |
