2009 Honda Element vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 386 kg more than 2009 Honda Element.
Because 2009 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1993 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Element | 1993 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Element | Verada |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
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 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |