2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. (306 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Silverado | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2910 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2730 mm |
