1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2000 Honda NSX
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 570 kg more than 2000 Honda NSX.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda NSX. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2000 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 2000 Honda NSX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Caprice | NSX |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |