1996 Honda NSX vs. 1987 Renault 4
To start off, 1996 Honda NSX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 4 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1987 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda NSX weights approximately 675 kg more than 1987 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Renault 4, 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 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda NSX | 1987 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | NSX | 4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
