1994 Acura NSX vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. (238 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 180 kg more than 1994 Acura NSX.
Because 1994 Acura 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 1994 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante, 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Acura NSX. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante has automatic transmission and 1994 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1994 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Acura NSX | 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | NSX | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
