1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 20 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 51 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 39 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. 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 2012 Volkswagen Passat. 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 (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Passat.
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1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | 3000GT | Passat |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2970 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4769 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2712 mm |