1998 Honda NSX vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 13 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 112 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 253 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. 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, 2011 Honda Civic, 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 (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | NSX | Civic |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1177 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
