1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT vs. 1999 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1999 Toyota Supra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT would be higher. At 3,065 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Supra. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Supra weights approximately 140 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Because 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1999 Toyota Supra (1,050 Nm) has 770 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (280 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT. 1999 Toyota Supra has automatic transmission and 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT has manual transmission. 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Supra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT | 1999 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | 3000GT | Supra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 3065 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 1050 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
