1992 Honda NSX vs. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (81 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 150 kg more than 1992 Honda NSX.
Because 1992 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 1992 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall 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, 1992 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda NSX | 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | NSX | Zafira |
Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |