1999 Honda NSX vs. 1998 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Levante 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 151 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda NSX weights approximately 110 kg more than 1998 Mazda Levante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante 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, 1999 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante. 1998 Mazda Levante 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. 1998 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda NSX | 1998 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | NSX | Levante |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2230 mm |