2000 Acura NSX vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic.
Because 2000 Acura 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 2000 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic, 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, 2000 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (230 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | NSX | Civic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
