1990 Honda NSX vs. 2006 Lexus ES
To start off, 2006 Lexus ES is newer by 16 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 3,314 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Lexus ES. (218 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus ES weights approximately 142 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, 2006 Lexus ES, 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, 2006 Lexus ES (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda NSX | 2006 Lexus ES | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | NSX | ES |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3314 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |