2000 Honda NSX vs. 1999 Honda Capa
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Capa 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 179 more horse power than 1999 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 380 kg more than 1999 Honda Capa. 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, 1999 Honda Capa, 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 (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Capa. 1999 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2000 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda NSX | 1999 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | NSX | Capa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
