2007 Honda Element vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Verada. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 475 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 1994 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Element | Verada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
