1990 Honda NSX vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (270 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 45 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 Mazda 6, 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda NSX | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | NSX | 6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
