2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Verada. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 528 kg more than 1991 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (453 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1991 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Verada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2730 mm |
