1994 Honda NSX vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 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 154 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda NSX weights approximately 222 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda NSX | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | NSX | Corolla |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |