1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 115 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chrysler Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Charger | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
