1988 Honda NSX vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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 128 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (123 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 608 kg more than 1988 Honda NSX.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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 Nissan Terrano II 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (274 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda NSX | 2005 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | NSX | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2664 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 | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
