1997 Honda NSX vs. 2008 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2008 Toyota Venza 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Venza. (269 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Venza.
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 Toyota Venza, 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, 2008 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX. 2008 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1997 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda NSX | 2008 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | NSX | Venza |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |