1998 Honda NSX vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 236 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
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 Seat Alhambra, 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | NSX | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.5 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |