1994 Holden Commodore vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1994 Holden Commodore. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 89 kg more than 1994 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Commodore. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Holden Commodore | 1998 Honda NSX | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Commodore | NSX |
Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2630 mm |