1988 Honda NSX vs. 2005 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2005 Kia Opirus is newer by 17 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda NSX (251 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Kia Opirus. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Opirus weights approximately 681 kg more than 1988 Honda NSX.
Because 1988 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 1988 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Opirus, 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, 2005 Kia Opirus (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda NSX. (288 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda NSX. 2005 Kia Opirus 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. 2005 Kia Opirus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda NSX | 2005 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | NSX | Opirus |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
