2005 Honda NSX vs. 1992 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (241 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX.
Because 1992 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 2005 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. 2005 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1992 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1992 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda NSX | 1992 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | NSX | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |
