1998 Honda NSX vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster 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 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 168 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 264 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Renault Duster 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, 2011 Renault Duster 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, 1998 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 2011 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | NSX | Duster |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
