1996 Holden XU 6 vs. 1996 Honda NSX
To start off, both 1996 Holden XU 6 and 1996 Honda NSX were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Because 1996 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 1996 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Holden XU 6, 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, 1996 Holden XU 6 (515 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda NSX. (294 Nm). This means 1996 Holden XU 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda NSX. 1996 Holden XU 6 has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1996 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Holden XU 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Holden XU 6 | 1996 Honda NSX | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | XU 6 | NSX |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 280 HP |
Torque | 515 Nm | 294 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |