1993 Honda NSX vs. 2011 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 18 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Honda Odyssey. (248 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 690 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda NSX. 2011 Honda Odyssey 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. 2011 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda NSX | 2011 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | NSX | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |