1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 354 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX.
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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2005 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Caprice | NSX |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |
