2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1993 Honda NSX
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 585 kg more than 1993 Honda NSX.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda NSX. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1993 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 1993 Honda NSX | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Pilot | NSX |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
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 | 250 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |