1996 Honda NSX vs. 2008 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Xterra 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Xterra. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda NSX weights approximately 293 kg more than 2008 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra 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 Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda NSX. 2008 Nissan Xterra 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. 2008 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda NSX | 2008 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | NSX | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
