2002 Acura TL vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2002 Acura TL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura TL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura TL weights approximately 96 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. 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, 2002 Acura TL (315 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm). This means 2002 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura TL | 1990 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TL | Verada |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
