1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT vs. 2009 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT would be higher. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (481 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 130 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Nissan GT-R (583 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT | 2009 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | 3000GT | GT-R |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 481 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2790 mm |