1988 Honda NSX vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda NSX (251 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane.
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, 2007 Renault Megane, 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, 2007 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda NSX. (288 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda NSX | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | NSX | Megane |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
