1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 419 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. 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 1976 Ford Taunus. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Taunus | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2480 mm |
