1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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 49 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 3000GT | T5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3010 mm |
