1997 Honda NSX vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1683 more horse power than 1997 Honda NSX. (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 420 kg more than 1997 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 1997 Honda NSX (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda NSX | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | NSX | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 1973 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2919 mm |
