1993 Honda NSX vs. 1997 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 4 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. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda NSX weights approximately 20 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Hyundai Marcia, 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, 1993 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Marcia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda NSX | 1997 Hyundai Marcia | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | NSX | Marcia |
Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |