2005 Honda NSX vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Today would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 790 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today 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, 2005 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda NSX | 1998 Honda Today | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | NSX | Today |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
