1999 Honda NSX vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 14 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 135 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 3. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda NSX weights approximately 67 kg more than 2013 Mazda 3. 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, 2013 Mazda 3, 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda NSX | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | NSX | 3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1303 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
