1998 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2001 Toyota Brevis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Brevis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Brevis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Brevis. (211 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Brevis.
Because 2001 Toyota Brevis 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 2001 Toyota Brevis. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Brevis. (280 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Brevis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2001 Toyota Brevis | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Diamante | Brevis |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
