1985 AC Cobra vs. 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (221 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 395 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra.
Because 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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, 1985 AC Cobra (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cobra | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2480 mm |
