1995 Honda NSX vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 13 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 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (247 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 335 kg more than 1995 Honda NSX.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (330 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda NSX. 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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. 2008 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda NSX | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | NSX | Passat |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
