2007 Honda NSX vs. 1994 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Suzuki Samurai 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 208 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 515 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2007 Honda NSX (299 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda NSX | 1994 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | NSX | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2490 mm |
