2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 17 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada. (162 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 45 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac STS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac STS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Verada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 1992 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | STS | Verada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2730 mm |
