1997 Honda NSX vs. 2000 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2000 Lotus Exige is newer by 3 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Exige. (177 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 584 kg more than 2000 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda NSX | 2000 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | NSX | Exige |
Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
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 | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |