1997 Honda NSX vs. 2010 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2010 Holden Caprice is newer by 13 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Holden Caprice (344 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1997 Honda NSX. (290 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda NSX.
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, 2010 Holden Caprice (530 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (311 Nm). This means 2010 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX. 2010 Holden Caprice has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1997 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Holden Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda NSX | 2010 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | NSX | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 344 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
