2005 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 15 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 170 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda NSX weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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, 2005 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, 1990 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (160 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 1990 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1990 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | NSX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 82 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
