1998 Honda NSX vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (178 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 119 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX. 2008 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | NSX | Passat |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 178 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
