1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 is newer by 10 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 61 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 172 kg more than 1996 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, 2006 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
Model | 3000GT | V70 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2970 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |