1993 Honda NSX vs. 1994 Porsche Karisma
To start off, 1994 Porsche Karisma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche Karisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Porsche Karisma. (268 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche Karisma.
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, 1994 Porsche Karisma (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche Karisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda NSX | 1994 Porsche Karisma | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | NSX | Karisma |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
