1990 Honda NSX vs. 2007 Nissan Note
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note is newer by 17 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 183 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Note. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda NSX weights approximately 198 kg more than 2007 Nissan Note. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Nissan Note, 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Note. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Note.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda NSX | 2007 Nissan Note | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | NSX | Note |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.9:1 |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 13.1 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 | 1167 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 46 L |