1988 Honda NSX vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 25 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 96 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 3. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 87 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, 2013 Mazda 3, 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1988 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda NSX | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | NSX | 3 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1303 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |