1999 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 1998 Mitsubishi SST
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi SST. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi SST would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi SST should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 240 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi SST.
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, 1999 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi SST. (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi SST.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Verada | 1998 Mitsubishi SST | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Verada | SST |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
