1996 Honda Ballade vs. 1999 Honda NSX
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda NSX weights approximately 280 kg more than 1996 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Ballade, 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, 1999 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Ballade | 1999 Honda NSX | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Ballade | NSX |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |