1997 Honda NSX vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Passat 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 118 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (172 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 34 kg more than 1997 Honda NSX.
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, 1993 Volkswagen Passat, 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (235 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda NSX | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | NSX | Passat |
Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |