1990 Honda NSX vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 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 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 117 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 10 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, 2005 Peugeot 307, 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda NSX | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | NSX | 307 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1415 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
