2005 Daewoo Espero vs. 1996 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Espero is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Espero. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Espero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda NSX weights approximately 242 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Espero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Espero, 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, 1996 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Espero. (164 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Espero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Espero | 1996 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Daewoo | Honda |
| Model | Espero | NSX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
