2004 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Honda NSX
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda NSX weights approximately 249 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, 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, 1993 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1993 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | NSX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1121 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
