1998 Acura NSX vs. 2010 Honda Stream

To start off, 2010 Honda Stream is newer by 12 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 (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2010 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Stream.

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, 2010 Honda Stream, 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, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Stream.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Acura NSX 2010 Honda Stream
Make Acura Honda
Model NSX Stream
Year Released 1998 2010
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 1668 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 291 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 7100 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 154 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 94.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 10.0:1
Top Speed 268 km/hour 190 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2730 mm


 

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