1992 Honda NSX vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 20 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 94 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 654 kg more than 1992 Honda NSX.
Because 1992 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda NSX | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | NSX | Carnival |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |