1993 Honda NSX vs. 1996 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1996 Nissan Skyline is newer by 3 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda NSX weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1993 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 1993 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Skyline, 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, 1996 Nissan Skyline (367 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda NSX. (294 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda NSX | 1996 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | NSX | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
