1997 Honda NSX vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 177 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 28 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda NSX | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | NSX | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |