2005 Honda NSX vs. 1993 Toyota Cressida

To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (241 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Cressida. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 110 kg more than 1993 Toyota Cressida. 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, 2005 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Cressida. (279 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Cressida.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Honda NSX 1993 Toyota Cressida
Make Honda Toyota
Model NSX Cressida
Year Released 2005 1993
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 2997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 241 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 279 Nm
Torque RPM 5400 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Top Speed 260 km/hour 228 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.5 seconds 9 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2740 mm


 

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