1997 Honda NSX vs. 2001 Nissan Moco
To start off, 2001 Nissan Moco is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Moco. (53 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Moco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 Nissan Moco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan Moco is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Moco 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, 1997 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Moco. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Moco. 2001 Nissan Moco 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. 2001 Nissan Moco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda NSX | 2001 Nissan Moco | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | NSX | Moco |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2370 mm |
