2002 Lexus LX vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2002 Lexus LX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada. (162 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus LX weights approximately 921 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lexus LX will offer significantly more control. 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 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus LX | 1992 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Lexus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LX | Verada |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
