1996 Honda NSX vs. 1994 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Honda NSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda NSX weights approximately 280 kg more than 1994 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1996 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Corolla. 1994 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1996 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda NSX | 1994 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | NSX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
