1994 Honda Today vs. 2008 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 835 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today, 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, 2008 Honda NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today. 2008 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1994 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1994 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Today | 2008 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Today | NSX |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
