1997 Honda NSX vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (237 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 250 kg more than 1997 Honda NSX.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda NSX | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | NSX | Lancer |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |