1978 Buick Estate vs. 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1978 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Estate weights approximately 405 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Estate. 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, 1978 Buick Estate (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT. 1978 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT has manual transmission. 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Estate | 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Estate | 3000GT |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2480 mm |