1999 Honda NSX vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda NSX weights approximately 395 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1999 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (112 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda NSX | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | NSX | Corolla |
Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |