1997 Honda NSX vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 14 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 186 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 298 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Renault Duster 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, 2011 Renault Duster 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 (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda NSX | 2011 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | NSX | Duster |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2673 mm |
