1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 68 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
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, both vehicles can yield 280 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT has manual transmission. 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 3000GT | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2604 mm |
