1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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 91 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 318 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | 3000GT | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
