1999 Honda NSX vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra 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 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 30 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, 2007 Opel Vectra, 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 (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda NSX | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | NSX | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3177 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
