2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 420 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Astro | 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Astro | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
