1992 Acura NSX vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. (237 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 200 kg more than 1992 Acura NSX.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Acura NSX | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
Model | NSX | Lancer |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2634 mm |