1993 Honda NSX vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ 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 213 more horse power than 2009 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda NSX weights approximately 510 kg more than 2009 Toyota iQ. 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 Toyota iQ, 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda NSX | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | NSX | iQ |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 32 L |