1998 Honda NSX vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 is newer by 15 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 108 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 6 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
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, 2013 Mazda 6, 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | NSX | 6 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |