1998 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 240 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord. 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2000 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Accord | Verada |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |