2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1988 Honda NSX
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 19 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1988 Honda NSX. (251 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda NSX weights approximately 138 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda NSX. (288 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda NSX. 2007 Chevrolet Express 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. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 1988 Honda NSX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Express | NSX |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1216 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2510 mm |