1998 Honda NSX vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 770 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | NSX | Montero |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
