2000 Honda NSX vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 195 kg more than 2000 Honda NSX.
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, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2000 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda NSX | 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | NSX | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3177 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2750 mm |
