1997 Honda NSX vs. 2004 Lada 2123
To start off, 2004 Lada 2123 is newer by 7 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 213 more horse power than 2004 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Lada 2123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lada 2123 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, 2004 Lada 2123 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada 2123. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda NSX | 2004 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | NSX | 2123 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |
