1996 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Verada 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 59 more horse power than 2012 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 295 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Verada.
Because 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Antara. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Antara has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Antara 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Verada | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Verada | Antara |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
