1998 Honda NSX vs. 2008 Acura CSX
To start off, 2008 Acura CSX is newer by 10 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 135 more horse power than 2008 Acura CSX. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura CSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 77 kg more than 2008 Acura CSX. 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, 2008 Acura CSX, 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 (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 2008 Acura CSX | |
Make | Honda | Acura |
Model | NSX | CSX |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |