2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 14 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 4,194 cc, 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada. (162 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier 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, 2006 Buick Rainier 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 1992 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Rainier | Verada |
Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2972 cc |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |