1997 Ford Explorer vs. 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 1997 Ford Explorer is newer by 5 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 180 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT (416 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Explorer | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 416 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2480 mm |
