1990 Honda NSX vs. 1996 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 6 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. (111 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda NSX weights approximately 190 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. 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, 1996 Hyundai Coupe, 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. 1990 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1996 Hyundai Coupe has manual transmission. 1996 Hyundai Coupe 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 | 1996 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | NSX | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2480 mm |
