1995 Acura NSX vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 13 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Opel Zafira. (237 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 285 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX.
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, 2008 Opel 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, 2008 Opel Zafira (321 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura NSX | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Acura | Opel |
Model | NSX | Zafira |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |