1996 Honda NSX vs. 2000 Proton Tiara
To start off, 2000 Proton Tiara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda NSX 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 221 more horse power than 2000 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda NSX weights approximately 590 kg more than 2000 Proton Tiara. 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, 2000 Proton Tiara, 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda NSX | 2000 Proton Tiara | |
Make | Honda | Proton |
Model | NSX | Tiara |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2290 mm |