1994 Honda NSX vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2001 Lexus IS is newer by 7 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2001 Lexus IS. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus IS weights approximately 110 kg more than 1994 Honda NSX.
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, 2001 Lexus IS (298 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda NSX. (294 Nm). This means 2001 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda NSX | 2001 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | NSX | IS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
