2008 Honda NSX vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 416 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Mazda 2, 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda NSX | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | NSX | 2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
