2003 Holden Cruze vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 2003 Holden Cruze is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2003 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 405 kg more than 2003 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Cruze will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Honda NSX (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Cruze | 1998 Honda NSX | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Cruze | NSX |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2540 mm |