1988 Honda NSX vs. 2002 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 307 is newer by 14 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 117 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 307. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1988 Honda NSX.
Because 1988 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 1988 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 307, 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, 1988 Honda NSX (288 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 307. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1988 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda NSX | 2002 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | NSX | 307 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2790 mm |
