1995 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 42 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 1995 Acura NSX (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 2005 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | NSX | Magna |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
