1991 Honda NSX vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 22 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1991 Honda NSX. (281 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 136 kg more than 1991 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Z (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda NSX | 2013 Nissan Z | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | NSX | Z |
Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11:01:00 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1315 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |