1998 Honda NSX vs. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 14 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Honda NSX. (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1081 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe 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. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | NSX | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2471 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |