1990 Honda NSX vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 19 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 146 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2009 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda NSX | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | NSX | Corolla |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 16.8:1 |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |