1988 Honda NSX vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda NSX (251 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 178 kg more than 1988 Honda NSX.
Because 1988 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Honda NSX (288 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda NSX | 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | NSX | Carisma |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1394 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |