1996 Honda NSX vs. 2008 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Terrano is newer by 12 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 128 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 460 kg more than 1996 Honda NSX.
Because 2008 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Terrano (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda NSX | 2008 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | NSX | Terrano |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |