1995 Honda NSX vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 16 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 607 kg more than 1995 Honda NSX.
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, 2011 Honda Pilot, 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, 2011 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda NSX. 2011 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1995 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda NSX | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | NSX | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
