1990 Honda NSX vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 22 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda NSX weights approximately 31 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda NSX. 1990 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Touran 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | NSX | Touran |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |