1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (153 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 425 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | 3000GT | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2970 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2740 mm |