1993 Honda NSX vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 17 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 153 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 180 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, 2010 Mazda 6, 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda NSX. 2010 Mazda 6 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. 2010 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda NSX | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | NSX | 6 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2183 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |