1996 Honda NSX vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 11 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 142 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 52 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, 2007 Honda Civic, 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, 2007 Honda Civic (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda NSX | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | NSX | Civic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
