1998 Honda NSX vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 12 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 152 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 147 kg more than 2010 Kia Cee'd. 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd, 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 (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | NSX | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1317 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |