1995 Honda NSX vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 10 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 13 kg more than 1995 Honda NSX.
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, 2005 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, 1995 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda NSX | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | NSX | Zafira |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |