1996 Honda NSX vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 14 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 94 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1996 Honda NSX.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 1996 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda NSX | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | NSX | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
