1996 Honda NSX vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 8 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 153 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 Honda NSX.
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, 2004 Opel Zafira, 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda NSX | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | NSX | Zafira |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |