1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 55 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Dakota | 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Dakota | 3000GT |
Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2480 mm |