1998 Honda NSX vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 585 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 1998 Honda 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 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX. 2012 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | NSX | Pilot |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3500 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 | 311 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |