1997 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 296 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i30. 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mitsubishi Verada | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
| Model | Verada | i30 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
