1999 Honda NSX vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 11 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 69 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda NSX weights approximately 162 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco 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. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda NSX | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | NSX | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3177 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1404 mm |
