1988 Honda NSX vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 25 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 105 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (146 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 84 kg more than 1988 Honda NSX.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 1988 Honda NSX (288 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda NSX | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | NSX | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2635 mm |
