1997 Honda NSX vs. 2006 Isuzu I-280
To start off, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is newer by 9 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 115 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu I-280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu I-280 weights approximately 512 kg more than 1997 Honda NSX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu I-280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda NSX | 2006 Isuzu I-280 | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | NSX | I-280 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2801 cc |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
