2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 11 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 169 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 1998 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 1998 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox, 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, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (340 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 1998 Honda NSX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Equinox | NSX |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |