1995 Honda NSX vs. 2004 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 307 is newer by 9 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 302 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 307. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda NSX weights approximately 237 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda 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 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 307, 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 Honda NSX (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 307. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda NSX | 2004 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | NSX | 307 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |
