1999 Honda NSX vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda NSX 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 112 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2007 Nissan Sentra, 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda NSX | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | NSX | Sentra |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |