1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (221 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 360 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT has manual transmission. 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Silverado | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2480 mm |
