1998 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2005 Honda Odyssey 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Honda Odyssey. (255 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Odyssey.
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 Odyssey, 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 Odyssey (339 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX. 2005 Honda Odyssey 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 Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 2005 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | NSX | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3010 mm |
