1992 Honda NSX vs. 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is newer by 17 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.
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, 1992 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. (217 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 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. 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda NSX | 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | NSX | Genesis Coupe |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
