1997 Honda NSX vs. 1991 Honda Accord
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord 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 114 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (176 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 68 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord. 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, 1991 Honda Accord, 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 (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (230 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda NSX | 1991 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | NSX | Accord |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2449 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2810 mm |
