1999 Honda NSX vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda NSX 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 201 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda NSX weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Honda NSX 2007 Toyota Corolla
Make Honda Toyota
Model NSX Corolla
Year Released 1999 2007
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 1364 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 290 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 7100 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 81.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1190 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1170 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 55 L