1988 Honda NSX vs. 2000 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2000 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda NSX (251 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 179 kg more than 1988 Honda NSX.
Because 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1988 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda NSX | 2000 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | NSX | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |
