2004 Honda CR-V vs. 1988 Honda NSX
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda NSX (251 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Honda CR-V. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 284 kg more than 1988 Honda NSX.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V 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, 1988 Honda NSX (288 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda CR-V | 1988 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | CR-V | NSX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
