1995 Acura NSX vs. 1999 Honda Step Wagon

To start off, 1999 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1999 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 47 kg more than 1999 Honda Step Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Acura 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 1995 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Step Wagon, 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, 1995 Acura NSX (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Step Wagon.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Acura NSX 1999 Honda Step Wagon
Make Acura Honda
Model NSX Step Wagon
Year Released 1995 1999
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3178 cc 1973 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 420 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 8250 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 414 Nm 185 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1497 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2810 mm


 

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