1998 Honda NSX vs. 2004 Proton 300
To start off, 2004 Proton 300 is newer by 6 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 201 more horse power than 2004 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 429 kg more than 2004 Proton 300. 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, 2004 Proton 300, 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton 300. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 2004 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | NSX | 300 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
