2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 13 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 101 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Defender. 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Defender | 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
Model | Defender | 3000GT |
Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2480 mm |