1992 Honda NSX vs. 2004 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2004 Saturn Relay 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Saturn Relay. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn Relay.
Because 2004 Saturn Relay 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 Saturn Relay 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 Saturn Relay (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2004 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda NSX. 2004 Saturn Relay has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1992 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Saturn Relay will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda NSX | 2004 Saturn Relay | |
Make | Honda | Saturn |
Model | NSX | Relay |
Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3050 mm |