1988 Honda NSX vs. 2005 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2005 Lancia Phedra 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 143 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Phedra. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 557 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, 2005 Lancia Phedra, 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Phedra. (264 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1988 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda NSX | 2005 Lancia Phedra | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | NSX | Phedra |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85.1 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 | 1773 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |