1998 Honda NSX vs. 1996 Suzuki Esteem
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Esteem. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Esteem 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 220 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Esteem. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Esteem. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 650 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Esteem. 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 Suzuki Esteem, 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 (311 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Esteem. (128 Nm). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Esteem.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 1996 Suzuki Esteem | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | NSX | Esteem |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 128 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2490 mm |