1998 Honda NSX vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2012 Opel Antara. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 455 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 2012 Opel Antara 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, 2012 Opel Antara 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 (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Antara. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Antara. 2012 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | NSX | Antara |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
