1997 Honda NSX vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 12 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 457 kg more than 1997 Honda NSX.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX. 2009 Honda Pilot 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. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda NSX | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | NSX | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
