1991 Honda NSX vs. 2000 Kia Joice

To start off, 2000 Kia Joice is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda NSX (281 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2000 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Joice weights approximately 15 kg more than 1991 Honda NSX.

Because 1991 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 1991 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Joice, 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, 1991 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Joice.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Honda NSX 2000 Kia Joice
Make Honda Kia
Model NSX Joice
Year Released 1991 2000
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2977 cc 1977 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 281 HP 135 HP
Engine RPM 7300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 188 Nm
Torque RPM 5400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1385 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2730 mm


 

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