1999 Hyundai Accent vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Accent is newer by 1 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Accent. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 420 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Accent. 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 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Accent. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Accent. 1998 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 1999 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 1999 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Accent | 1998 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accent | Verada |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2730 mm |
