1998 Honda NSX vs. 2002 Tata E
To start off, 2002 Tata E is newer by 4 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 (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2002 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 94 kg more than 2002 Tata E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 2002 Tata E | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | NSX | E |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
