1998 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 7 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 185 kg more than 1998 Acura NSX.
Because 1998 Acura 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 1998 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord, 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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1998 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | NSX | Accord |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
