1990 Honda NSX vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 21 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1990 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1145 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.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda NSX | 2011 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | NSX | G |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |
