1990 Honda NSX vs. 1994 Nissan Primera
To start off, 1994 Nissan Primera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (270 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda NSX weights approximately 290 kg more than 1994 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Primera, 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, 1990 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda NSX | 1994 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | NSX | Primera |
Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1075 kg |