2005 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 13 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Verada (162 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 705 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. 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, 1992 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Naked | 1992 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Naked | Verada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
