2001 Acura RL vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2001 Acura RL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RL weights approximately 125 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante.
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, 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura RL | 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
Model | RL | Diamante |
Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2730 mm |