2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 335 kg more than 2009 Dodge Caliber. 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, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT (416 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Caliber | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 416 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |
