1995 Honda NSX vs. 2000 Lotus Extreme
To start off, 2000 Lotus Extreme is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (120 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Extreme. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda NSX weights approximately 1041 kg more than 2000 Lotus Extreme. 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 (414 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (180 Nm). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda NSX | 2000 Lotus Extreme | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | NSX | Extreme |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 700 cc |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2420 mm |
