2003 Holden Statesman vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 2003 Holden Statesman 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Holden Statesman. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Statesman weights approximately 260 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Holden Statesman (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Statesman | 1998 Honda NSX | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Statesman | NSX |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2540 mm |