1998 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 1970 Rover P5B
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,527 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1970 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover P5B weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Because 1970 Rover P5B 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 1970 Rover P5B. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | 1970 Rover P5B | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
Model | Diamante | P5B |
Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3527 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |