1988 Honda NSX vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 17 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 86 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 393 kg more than 1988 Honda NSX.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (245 Nm). This means 1988 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda NSX | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | NSX | Tucson |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 245 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |