1990 Honda NSX vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (270 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 28 kg more than 1990 Honda NSX.
Because 1990 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 1990 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira, 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, 1990 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda NSX | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | NSX | Zafira |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 12.5:1 |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |