2000 Honda NSX vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Omega would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 240 kg more than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Oldsmobile Omega, 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 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda NSX | 1981 Oldsmobile Omega | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | NSX | Omega |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3177 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
