1993 Honda NSX vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 19 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1993 Honda NSX. (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1993 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda NSX. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda NSX | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | NSX | Silverado |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 6580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 4250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 129 L |