2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 14 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (221 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 196 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT. 2008 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT has manual transmission. 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Ridgeline | 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ridgeline | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2480 mm |
