1990 Honda NSX vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (270 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda NSX weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda NSX | 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | NSX | Raider |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
