1990 Honda NSX vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 20 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1990 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 510 kg more than 1990 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda NSX. 1990 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2010 Cadillac CTS-V has manual transmission. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda NSX | 2010 Cadillac CTS-V | |
Make | Honda | Cadillac |
Model | NSX | CTS-V |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 556 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 746 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |