2008 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1996 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Accord | Verada |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |