2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 215 kg more than 1994 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (410 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Nitro | 3000GT |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2774 cc | 2970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 280 mm | 2480 mm |