1990 Honda NSX vs. 2006 Mazda DrifterX
To start off, 2006 Mazda DrifterX 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 162 more horse power than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda DrifterX.
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 @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda DrifterX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda NSX | 2006 Mazda DrifterX | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | NSX | DrifterX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
