1990 Honda NSX vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd 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 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 129 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda NSX weights approximately 28 kg more than 2010 Kia Cee'd. 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd, 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda NSX | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | NSX | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1337 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |