1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante. (238 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante. 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Camaro | Diamante |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |