1996 Acura NSX vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Acura NSX weights approximately 90 kg more than 2000 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Acura 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 1996 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia, 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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura NSX | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Acura | Skoda |
| Model | NSX | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
