1992 Honda NSX vs. 2004 Lexus GX
To start off, 2004 Lexus GX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Lexus GX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus GX weights approximately 750 kg more than 1992 Honda NSX.
Because 2004 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GX 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, 2004 Lexus GX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda NSX | 2004 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | NSX | GX |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2800 mm |
