1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corsa 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 (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 660 kg more than 1982 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | 3000GT | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
