1996 Acura NSX vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1996 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 630 kg more than 1996 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (355 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura NSX | 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | NSX | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
