2005 Mazda AZ vs. 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 2005 Mazda AZ is newer by 12 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2005 Mazda AZ. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda AZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 715 kg more than 2005 Mazda AZ. 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, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda AZ. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda AZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda AZ | 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | AZ | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2480 mm |
