1998 Honda NSX vs. 2000 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2000 Proton Perdana is newer by 2 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 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 117 more horse power than 2000 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 185 kg more than 2000 Proton Perdana. 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, 2000 Proton Perdana, 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton Perdana. 1998 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2000 Proton Perdana has manual transmission. 2000 Proton Perdana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 2000 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | NSX | Perdana |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
