2008 Honda S2000 vs. 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 13 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (221 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 Honda S2000.
Because 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda S2000. 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, 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda S2000 | 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S2000 | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
