2004 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1994 Honda NSX
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1994 Honda NSX.
Because 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet S-10 | 1994 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | S-10 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2540 mm |
