1993 Honda NSX vs. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 11 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 570 kg more than 1993 Honda NSX.
Because 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda NSX. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda NSX | 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | NSX | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
