1998 Honda NSX vs. 1991 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Terrano. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 325 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 1991 Nissan Terrano 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, 1991 Nissan Terrano 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 (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Terrano. (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Terrano. 1998 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1991 Nissan Terrano has manual transmission. 1991 Nissan Terrano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 1991 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | NSX | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
