2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 1990 Honda NSX
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda NSX weights approximately 155 kg more than 2003 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Mobilio, 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, 1990 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Mobilio | 1990 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Mobilio | NSX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
