1995 Honda NSX vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2010 Scion tC. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Scion tC.
Because 1995 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 1995 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Scion tC, 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, 1995 Honda NSX (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Scion tC. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda NSX | 2010 Scion tC | |
| Make | Honda | Scion |
| Model | NSX | tC |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
