1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 19 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 32 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 3000GT | Golf |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| 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 | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2578 mm |
