1997 Buick Riviera vs. 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 1997 Buick Riviera 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 206 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1997 Buick Riviera (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT. 1997 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT has manual transmission. 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Buick Riviera | 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Riviera | 3000GT |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2480 mm |