1997 Honda NSX vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (163 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 338 kg more than 1982 Porsche 944. 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, 1997 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944. 1982 Porsche 944 has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1997 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Porsche 944 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda NSX | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | NSX | 944 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
