1997 Honda NSX vs. 2008 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Maxima is newer by 11 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 120 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, 2008 Nissan Maxima, 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 (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Maxima. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda NSX | 2008 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | NSX | Maxima |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 294 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 73.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |