1998 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 360 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Verada | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Verada | Corona |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
