1998 Honda NSX vs. 2001 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Korando is newer by 3 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 172 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 475 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 2001 SsangYong Korando 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, 2001 SsangYong Korando 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 (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 2001 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | NSX | Korando |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
