1997 Honda NSX vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Toyota RunX 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 182 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RunX. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 Toyota RunX. 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, 2005 Toyota RunX, 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RunX. (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda NSX | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | NSX | RunX |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 81.5 mm |
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 | 1140 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |