1990 Honda NSX vs. 2005 Isuzu VehiCross
To start off, 2005 Isuzu VehiCross is newer by 15 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu VehiCross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu VehiCross. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu VehiCross. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 345 kg more than 1990 Honda NSX.
Because 2005 Isuzu VehiCross 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, 2005 Isuzu VehiCross 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda NSX | 2005 Isuzu VehiCross | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | NSX | VehiCross |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2340 mm |
