2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (221 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 90 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mustang | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
