1996 Honda NSX vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda NSX 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 122 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda NSX weights approximately 426 kg more than 2004 Toyota Camry. 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, 2004 Toyota Camry, 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) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 1996 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda NSX | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | NSX | Camry |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 944 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |