2000 Honda NSX vs. 1986 Honda Accord
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1986 Honda Accord. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 295 kg more than 1986 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Accord, 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, 2000 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Accord. (156 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda NSX | 1986 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | NSX | Accord |
Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3177 cc | 1954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |