2000 Honda NSX vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 425 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda NSX | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | NSX | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
