2008 Honda NSX vs. 2008 Mazda Rustler
To start off, both 2008 Honda NSX and 2008 Mazda Rustler were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 432 kg more than 2008 Mazda Rustler.
Because 2008 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 2008 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Rustler, 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, 2008 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Rustler. (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Rustler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda NSX | 2008 Mazda Rustler | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | NSX | Rustler |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1586 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1014 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
