1998 Honda NSX vs. 1996 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Satellite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Satellite 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 (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Satellite. (76 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 106 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 1998 Honda 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 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Satellite, 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 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Satellite. (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 1996 Hyundai Satellite | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | NSX | Satellite |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2820 mm |