1994 Honda NSX vs. 1998 Lotus Emme
To start off, 1998 Lotus Emme is newer by 4 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) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Lotus Emme. (260 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus Emme. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda NSX weights approximately 692 kg more than 1998 Lotus Emme. 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 Lotus Emme (354 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda NSX. (294 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus Emme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda NSX | 1998 Lotus Emme | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | NSX | Emme |
Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 260 HP |
Torque | 294 Nm | 354 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2770 mm |