1995 Honda NSX vs. 1966 Renault 8
To start off, 1995 Honda NSX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 8 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1966 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda NSX weights approximately 630 kg more than 1966 Renault 8. 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, 1995 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 8. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda NSX | 1966 Renault 8 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | NSX | 8 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 78 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |