1993 Honda NSX vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2009 Renault Thalia is newer by 16 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) has 206 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda NSX weights approximately 370 kg more than 2009 Renault Thalia. 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, 2009 Renault Thalia, 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) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 1993 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda NSX | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | NSX | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 105 Nm |
| 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 | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2473 mm |
