1994 Honda NSX vs. 2009 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 15 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 42 more horse power than 2009 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda NSX weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Honda S2000. 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, 1994 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1994 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda NSX | 2009 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | NSX | S2000 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |