1999 Honda NSX vs. 1995 Rover 800
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 800 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1995 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 800 weights approximately 154 kg more than 1999 Honda NSX.
Because 1999 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 1999 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 800, 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, 1999 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda NSX | 1995 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | NSX | 800 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
