1998 Honda NSX vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX 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 88 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 454 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | NSX | Frontera |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |