1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Visa 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 173 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 670 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa. 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 1983 Citroen Visa. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | Visa | 3000GT |
Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |