1995 Honda NSX vs. 1999 Mitsubishi GTO
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi GTO. (276 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi GTO.
Because 1999 Mitsubishi GTO is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO 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, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO (426 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda NSX. (414 Nm). This means 1999 Mitsubishi GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda NSX | 1999 Mitsubishi GTO | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | NSX | GTO |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
