2000 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Corolla 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 86 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 520 kg more than 1985 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Corolla 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 1985 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Verada | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Verada | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
