1988 Honda NSX vs. 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
To start off, 1988 Honda NSX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda NSX (251 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (109 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 514 kg more than 1988 Honda NSX.
Because 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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, 1988 Honda NSX (288 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda NSX | 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | NSX | Grand Wagoneer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
