1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 680 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT (416 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (119 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sierra | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 416 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
