1993 Honda NSX vs. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Honda NSX. (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 740 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.
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, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda NSX. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country 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 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda NSX | 2012 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Honda | Chrysler |
Model | NSX | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |