1993 Honda NSX vs. 2011 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2011 Nissan Patrol 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 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 280 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1415 kg more than 1993 Honda NSX.
Because 2011 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Patrol (399 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda NSX. (294 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda NSX. 2011 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda NSX | 2011 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | NSX | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
