1995 Honda NSX vs. 2012 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 17 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 82 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. (198 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 64 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, 2012 Hyundai Sonata, 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. 2012 Hyundai Sonata 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. 2012 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda NSX | 2012 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | NSX | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2794 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
