1998 Honda NSX vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 750 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 2005 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | NSX | Montero |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
