1998 Acura NSX vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2010 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Pilot.
Because 1998 Acura 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 1998 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot, 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, 2010 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX. 2010 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1998 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | NSX | Pilot |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
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 | 291 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2774 mm |