1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada. (162 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 235 kg more than 1992 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, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1992 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Trans Sport | Verada |
Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2730 mm |