1990 Honda NSX vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 98 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 979 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda NSX | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | NSX | Transporter |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 9.6 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 | 2344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |