1997 Honda NSX vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 8 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 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 50 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (240 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 111 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, 2005 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 (311 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (287 Nm). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda NSX | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | NSX | Accord |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1481 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
