1993 Honda NSX vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa is newer by 12 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 166 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Previa. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 405 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, 2005 Toyota Previa, 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Previa. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda NSX | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | NSX | Previa |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |