1997 Honda NSX vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Celica 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 142 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Celica. (148 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 85 kg more than 1987 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda NSX | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | NSX | Celica |
Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |