1990 Honda NSX vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 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 114 more horse power than 2005 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda NSX weights approximately 409 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2. 1990 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota MR2 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 | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | NSX | MR2 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |