1996 Honda NSX vs. 2009 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky is newer by 13 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 20 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Sky. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda NSX weights approximately 26 kg more than 2009 Saturn Sky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Saturn Sky (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda NSX | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
Make | Honda | Saturn |
Model | NSX | Sky |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |