1998 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster is newer by 15 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 355 kg more than 2013 Mini Roadster.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Roadster. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Roadster. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Roadster has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Roadster 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.
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1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mini |
Model | Diamante | Roadster |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 0 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3728 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2467 mm |