1990 Honda NSX vs. 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer

To start off, 1990 Honda NSX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (109 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 325 kg more than 1990 Honda NSX.

Because 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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, 1990 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. 1990 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer has manual transmission. 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Honda NSX 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
Make Honda Jeep
Model NSX Grand Wagoneer
Year Released 1990 1973
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2977 cc 4235 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 252 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 6500 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1405 kg 1730 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2800 mm