2002 Honda NSX vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2002 Honda NSX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda NSX weights approximately 459 kg more than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda NSX | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | NSX | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
