1995 Honda NSX vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 14 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Exige. (257 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Exige.
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 (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda NSX | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | NSX | Exige |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |