1998 Honda NSX vs. 1989 Subaru XT
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru XT would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1989 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 226 kg more than 1989 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Subaru XT 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, 1998 Honda NSX (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 1989 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | NSX | XT |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
