1988 Honda NSX vs. 2007 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 19 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda NSX (251 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Commander. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1139 kg more than 1988 Honda NSX.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander 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, 2007 Jeep Commander 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, 2007 Jeep Commander (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda NSX. (288 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda NSX. 2007 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1988 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda NSX | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | NSX | Commander |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2790 mm |
