1994 Honda NSX vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda NSX weights approximately 360 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1994 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda NSX | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | NSX | Corolla |
Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |