1990 Honda NSX vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback 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 95 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Outback weights approximately 193 kg more than 1990 Honda NSX.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda NSX | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | NSX | Outback |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
