2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Verada. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1019 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 1995 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Ram | Verada |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2730 mm |