1999 Honda NSX vs. 2009 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 10 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 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Genesis (375 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1999 Honda NSX. (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Hyundai Genesis (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda NSX. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda NSX. 2009 Hyundai Genesis 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. 2009 Hyundai Genesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda NSX | 2009 Hyundai Genesis | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | NSX | Genesis |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4627 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 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 Length | 4430 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 77 L |