1993 Honda NSX vs. 2002 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2002 Nissan Maxima is newer by 9 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Maxima. (252 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 170 kg more than 1993 Honda NSX.
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, 2002 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2002 Nissan Maxima (335 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda NSX. (294 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda NSX. 2002 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1993 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda NSX | 2002 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | NSX | Maxima |
Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 335 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |