1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 16 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 906 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT. 2013 Toyota Tundra 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. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | 3000GT | Tundra |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2970 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2381 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5329 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3221 mm |