1990 Honda NSX vs. 2001 Infiniti I
To start off, 2001 Infiniti I is newer by 11 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 28 more horse power than 2001 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2001 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti I weights approximately 105 kg more than 1990 Honda NSX.
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, 2001 Infiniti I, 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda NSX | 2001 Infiniti I | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | NSX | I |
Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |