1983 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Honda NSX
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 585 kg more than 1983 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Honda Civic, 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, 2000 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Civic | 2000 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | NSX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
