1998 Honda NSX vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 7 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 239 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda 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 1998 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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, 1998 Honda NSX (304 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (176 Nm). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | NSX | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
