1996 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 1993 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 275 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 1993 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1993 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Mitsubishi Verada | 1993 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Verada | Golf |
Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |