1990 Honda NSX vs. 2003 Isuzu Axiom
To start off, 2003 Isuzu Axiom is newer by 13 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu Axiom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Isuzu Axiom. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Isuzu Axiom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Axiom weights approximately 495 kg more than 1990 Honda NSX.
Because 2003 Isuzu Axiom 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, 2003 Isuzu Axiom 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, 2003 Isuzu Axiom (313 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Axiom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda NSX | 2003 Isuzu Axiom | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | NSX | Axiom |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
