2000 Honda NSX vs. 1999 Honda Civic
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 Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic 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 123 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (167 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. 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 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 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda NSX | 1999 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | NSX | Civic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3177 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
