1999 Holden Astra vs. 1994 Honda NSX
To start off, 1999 Holden Astra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1999 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda NSX weights approximately 220 kg more than 1999 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Holden Astra, 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, 1994 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Astra | 1994 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Astra | NSX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2540 mm |
