1998 Honda NSX vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 769 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | NSX | Super 5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |