1992 Honda NSX vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1992 Honda NSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1992 Honda NSX. (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda NSX weights approximately 284 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda NSX | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | NSX | 5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
