2002 Honda NSX vs. 1985 Porsche 944
To start off, 2002 Honda NSX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 944 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 104 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda NSX weights approximately 89 kg more than 1985 Porsche 944. 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, 2002 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda NSX | 1985 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | NSX | 944 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
