1998 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 1968 Toyota 1000
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 1000 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1968 Toyota 1000. (46 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 810 kg more than 1968 Toyota 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Toyota 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 1000. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 1000. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante has automatic transmission and 1968 Toyota 1000 has manual transmission. 1968 Toyota 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | 1968 Toyota 1000 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Diamante | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2170 mm |
