1997 Honda NSX vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 45 kg more than 1997 Honda NSX.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Honda NSX (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (205 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda NSX | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | NSX | Bora |
Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |