2000 Honda Insight vs. 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 2000 Honda Insight is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 635 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT has manual transmission. 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Insight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Insight | 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Insight | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
