1997 Honda NSX vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 10 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 115 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 243 kg more than 1997 Honda NSX.
Because 1997 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 1997 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra, 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 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda NSX | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | NSX | Vectra |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |