1993 Honda NSX vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1993 Honda NSX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 185 kg more than 1993 Honda NSX.
Because 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1993 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (239 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda NSX | 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | NSX | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
