1995 Honda NSX vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1995 Honda NSX. (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 140 kg more than 1995 Honda NSX. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda NSX. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1995 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda NSX | 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | NSX | Corvette |
Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |