2000 Honda NSX vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Lupo 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 217 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 565 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. 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 Volkswagen Lupo, 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda NSX | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | NSX | Lupo |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2330 mm |