2005 AC Aceca vs. 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 2005 AC Aceca is newer by 13 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (221 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 AC Aceca weights approximately 35 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 AC Aceca. 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, 2005 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 AC Aceca | 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Aceca | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 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 | 1510 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2480 mm |
