2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada. (162 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1317 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 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 Mercedes-Benz CL. 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1992 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CL | Verada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2832 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2730 mm |
