1999 Honda NSX vs. 1991 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1991 Holden Commodore. (221 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Commodore weights approximately 95 kg more than 1999 Honda NSX.
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, 1991 Holden Commodore (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda NSX. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda NSX. 1991 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1999 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda NSX | 1991 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | NSX | Commodore |
Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2740 mm |