1999 Honda NSX vs. 2008 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2008 Nissan Frontier is newer by 9 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 945 kg more than 1999 Honda NSX.
Because 2008 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Frontier 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, 2008 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda NSX. 2008 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1999 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda NSX | 2008 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | NSX | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3177 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
