1990 Honda NSX vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis is newer by 18 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 380 kg more than 1990 Honda NSX.
Because 1990 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 1990 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis, 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda NSX. 1990 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis has manual transmission. 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda NSX | 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | NSX | Grandis |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
