1998 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 1994 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1994 Subaru SVX. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru SVX weights approximately 70 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Because 1994 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Subaru SVX 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | 1994 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Diamante | SVX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
