1998 Honda NSX vs. 1996 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1996 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 614 kg more than 1996 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Renault Twingo, 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 (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 1996 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | NSX | Twingo |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |