1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT vs. 1997 Nissan Rasheen

To start off, 1997 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 315 kg more than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. 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, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Rasheen.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT 1997 Nissan Rasheen
Make Mitsubishi Nissan
Model 3000GT Rasheen
Year Released 1996 1997
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2970 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 222 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 138 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1475 kg 1160 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2440 mm


 

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