1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (221 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 265 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT. 1996 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT has manual transmission. 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Park Avenue | 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Park Avenue | 3000GT |
Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3798 cc | 2970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2480 mm |