2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1996 Honda NSX
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda NSX would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Honda NSX. (280 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 925 kg more than 1996 Honda NSX. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda NSX. (294 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda NSX. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1996 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1996 Honda NSX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Silverado | NSX |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |