1998 Honda NSX vs. 2003 Honda Stream
To start off, 2003 Honda Stream is newer by 5 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 149 more horse power than 2003 Honda Stream. (127 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 154 kg more than 2003 Honda Stream. 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, 2003 Honda Stream, 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 (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Stream. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 2003 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | NSX | Stream |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
