1995 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Verada. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 921 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Verada | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | GMC |
| Model | Verada | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 2439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1872 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3645 mm |
