1998 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Verada. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 126 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry.
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 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Verada | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Verada | Camry |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
