1990 Honda NSX vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 23 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Honda NSX. (270 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1287 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 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda NSX. 2013 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1990 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda NSX | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | NSX | Armada |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1981 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 105 L |