1998 Honda NSX vs. 2009 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Azera is newer by 11 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Hyundai Azera, 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, 2009 Hyundai Azera (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 2009 Hyundai Azera | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | NSX | Azera |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 348 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |