1998 Acura NSX vs. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura NSX would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1998 Acura NSX. (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura 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, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 2003 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Acura | Vauxhall |
Model | NSX | Monaro |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2800 mm |