2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 1988 Honda NSX
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 18 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 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (256 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Honda NSX. (251 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 673 kg more than 1988 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac SRX 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda NSX. (288 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda NSX. 2006 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1988 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 1988 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | SRX | NSX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |
