1999 Honda NSX vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 11 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Honda NSX. (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 948 kg more than 1999 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda NSX. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda NSX. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda NSX | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | NSX | Silverado |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |