1997 Honda NSX vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 23 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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX. 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda NSX | 2009 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | NSX | Wrangler |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |