1998 Honda NSX vs. 2008 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Terrano 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 (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 366 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 2008 Nissan Terrano 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, 2008 Nissan Terrano 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, both vehicles can yield 304 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 2008 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | NSX | Terrano |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |