1997 Honda NSX vs. 2008 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback 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 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 120 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 123 kg more than 2008 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Outback 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, 2008 Subaru Outback 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Outback. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda NSX | 2008 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | NSX | Outback |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| 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 | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
