2007 Honda NSX vs. 1992 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Paseo. (93 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 506 kg more than 1992 Toyota Paseo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Paseo, 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, 2007 Honda NSX (299 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Paseo. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda NSX | 1992 Toyota Paseo | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | NSX | Paseo |
Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |