1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT vs. 1989 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 205 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 177 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 715 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 205. 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 1989 Peugeot 205. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205.
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1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT | 1989 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
Model | 3000GT | 205 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2970 cc | 952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |