1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (222 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 80 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corvette | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
