1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT vs. 1968 Vauxhall Viva
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Vauxhall Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Vauxhall Viva would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 550 kg more than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Vauxhall Viva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT | 1968 Vauxhall Viva | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Vauxhall |
| Model | 3000GT | Viva |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
