1993 Honda NSX vs. 2009 Tata Indica

To start off, 2009 Tata Indica 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 @ 7300 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda NSX weights approximately 365 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. 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 Tata Indica, 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Honda NSX 2009 Tata Indica
Make Honda Tata
Model NSX Indica
Year Released 1993 2009
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2977 cc 1405 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
Engine RPM 7300 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 5400 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1005 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 3680 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 37 L


 

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