1994 Honda NSX vs. 1996 Rover 800
To start off, 1996 Rover 800 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1996 Rover 800. (174 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 800 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1994 Honda NSX.
Because 1994 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 1994 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 800, 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, 1994 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 800. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 800. 1996 Rover 800 has automatic transmission and 1994 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1994 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Rover 800 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda NSX | 1996 Rover 800 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | NSX | 800 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2780 mm |