2007 Honda Pilot vs. 1988 Honda NSX
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda NSX (251 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 794 kg more than 1988 Honda NSX.
Because 2007 Honda Pilot 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, 2007 Honda Pilot 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 Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda NSX. (288 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda NSX. 2007 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Pilot | 1988 Honda NSX | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Pilot | NSX |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1216 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |