Maybe not so fast in extreme modes, but this is a real Gran Turismo, almost perfect car For long trips on high speeds. Nissan, Toyota and Mitsubishi created iconic models, today not many people will remember Honda car NSX, but when creating the NSX, Honda created a competitor not for the aforementioned high-speed Japanese, but for Ferrari and Porsche. Why do Ferrari and Lamborghini install engines in the base? - in order to distribute the weight distribution more evenly, such a car will be faster in corners - the Honda team did the same. Honda engine NSX is located in front rear axle, wheelbase The coupe is not too large, so the engine was placed transversely. Initially, the project to create a high-speed mid-engine Honda coupe was called HP-X, which stands for Honda Pininfarina Xperiment. Concept introduced in 1984 The HP-X, the body of which was developed by Pininfarina, was distinguished by excellent aerodynamics, with a drag coefficient of only 0.25. Honda subsequently ended its collaboration with Pininfarina on the construction of the super-coupe. After refusing the services of Pininfarina, the Japanese car was designed by Ken Okuyama. In 1989, a pre-production NSX was shown in Chicago; the drag coefficient of the production Honda NSX was 0.32.

To build the Super Honda it was built new plant, to which the best Honda employees were invited. Each NSX took 40 hours to build, and the motor was assembled by hand, one motor, from and Before it was assembled by one master. The NSX is also notable for being the world's first production car with a monocoque body made of aluminum, the more famous aluminum one had not yet appeared. The talented racer Ayrton Senna helped in setting up the chassis; after the tragic accident at the Formula 1 race, the head of Honda's development department said - “without Ayrton Senna we would not have been able to create such an amazing car.” In the US, the NSX was sold under the Acura name. The NSX stood out for its record low curb weight, but there was also a version of the NSX - R, with the same engine, the weight of the car was reduced, more on this below.

External review of Honda NSX

The Honda NSX was produced in coupe and targa body types, the Targa NSX was designated as NSX - T. Targas were mainly intended for the USA, so their suspension was made softer. In addition, the Targa is 45 kg heavier than the coupe, which also makes it less suitable for high-speed cornering. The Honda's flat underbody significantly increases downforce. The Honda coupe is equipped with tires measuring 245/40 R17.

Interior equipment

If for NSX leather seats with adjustments and air conditioning were the norm, then the lightweight NSX-R was equipped with sports seats Recaro, air conditioning was available as an option, the NSX-R lacks sound insulation. All these measures made it possible to reduce the already record low curb weight by another 120 kg.

Technical equipment and characteristics

Unlike the most powerful Toyota modifications Supra and Nissan Skyline, the NSX engine is not turbocharged, its torque is slightly lower, but thanks to the rev speed (the cutoff of the standard engine is 8,000), the power is comparable to turbocharged Japanese ones.

Initially, the Honda NSX was equipped with a 3.0-liter V6 under the designation C30A. The motor is equipped with Honda's proprietary variable-phase system - VTEC. In a block that is reinforced composite material Forged pistons and connecting rods made of titanium are placed. NSX engine power is 273 hp, traction force is 285 N.M. Mated to a five-speed manual transmission, the engine, according to its data sheet, helps reach one hundred kilometers in 5.9 seconds. It is a known fact that journalists managed to accelerate the NSX to hundreds in just 5.03 seconds. If the car was equipped with a four-speed automatic, the C30A engine was derated to 348 Horse power. The compression ratio of the C30A engine is 10.2:1. The manual NSX runs the quarter mile in 13.47 seconds. The climb of two hundred kilometers was carried out within 20.2 seconds, maximum speed HSX coupe - 270 kilometers per hour, cars with automatic transmission reached a speed of 260 kilometers.

In 1997, the C32B engine appeared, as can be seen from the index, the volume of the Honda V6 was increased to 3.2 liters, the power was 280 hp, and the tractive effort was 304 N.M. The C32A engine was mated to a six-speed manual. These innovations made it possible to improve the dynamics stated in the passport data by 0.2 s; reaching hundreds on the NSX C32B is 5.7 s.

Let's pay attention to the technical characteristics of the Honda NSX with the C30A engine. Gearbox - manual.

Specifications:

Powerplant: V6 3.0 petrol

Volume: 2977cc

Power:274hp

Torque:284N.M

Number of valves:24

Honda NSX performance indicators:

Acceleration (0 - 100km):5.9s

Maximum speed:270km

Average gasoline consumption: 10.3 (passport data)

Fuel tank capacity:70L

Overall dimensions of Honda: 4425mm*1810mm*1175mm

Wheelbase:2530mm

Curb weight:1425kg

Ground clearance (clearance): 120mm

Price

It should be understood that the Honda NSX is a very rare car, of which there are no more in the CIS than thoroughbred Italian supercars. Price of the first Honda generations NSX usually ranges from $35,000 to $50,000.

It is worth saying that at the time this car was sold new, it cost $100,000! And this is in the nineties... So, the $40,000 price tag for the NSX on the used car market shouldn't seem unreasonably high.

Not everyone knows the Honda NSX sports car.

In general, this car was produced for 15 years and there were only two generations of this model, but in 15 years only one existed, and the next one appeared only in 2015.

In general, Honda planned to create sport car and put it on sale back in 1986, but something didn’t work out.

A prototype of the model was created and shown to people in 1989 at the Chicago Auto Show. People loved the prototype, and as a result, this model went into production in 1990. The production of the car was successful and it sold well despite the shortcomings that it had, and we will discuss them today.

As a result, production of this model was discontinued in 2005.

Design

The car is sports and even in modern times it looks attractive and will not go unnoticed on the road. Let's start, according to tradition, from the front; the embossed hood looks beautiful, but the main feature of the face is the headlights. There are optics installed here that rise from the body; at that time it was fashionable. Below are narrow rectangular headlights side lights, and even lower on the sides of the radiator grille there are fog lights.

From the side, the Honda NSX coupe looks as chic as from the front. Large arches and stylish skirts are quite eye-catching. There is a recess on the door that leads to an air intake behind the door, which in turn directs air into the engine to cool it. The door handles are not located in standard place, namely near the glass. The rearview mirror is small, but it looks stylish due to the fact that it is mounted on a foot in a sporty manner.

The rear is what fans of this car love most often. The first thing that attracts attention is the spoiler and optics. The optics themselves are located across the entire width of the body and slightly climb onto the spoiler struts. Below is a massive, slightly protruding bumper and diffuser, flanked by large round exhaust pipes.

Now let's look at the dimensions of the coupe:

• length – 4430 mm;
• width – 1810 mm;
• height – 1170 mm;
• wheelbase – 2530 mm;
• ground clearance - 135 mm.

Specifications

Honda engineers were able to create for of this car good enough power unit with impressive characteristics. The model is equipped with a V-shaped engine with 6 cylinders. Volume of this engine was 3 liters, and this power unit produced 274 horsepower, but this Honda power The NSX can be a little smaller, but can reach almost 300 horsepower.

This engine works in conjunction with a 5-speed manual transmission gear shift. As a result, the engine and gearbox together allow the car to reach a hundred in 5.7 seconds, and the car develops a second hundred in 20 seconds. The maximum a person can accelerate this car up to 270 km/h.

Also, the buyer could choose either a 4-speed or a 6-speed.

The coupe has rear-wheel drive.

Chassis body and suspension

The model is the first automotive history a model whose body and chassis were made entirely of aluminum, which gave good weight savings, and subsequently speed.

Full assistance in driving the car electronic steering wheel, but it was not quite ideally controlled; its main problem is excessive agility in some moments.

The rear springs are slightly stiffer than the front ones, which means that the front wheels grip the road better when cornering and, as a result, the handling becomes better.

The lower suspension or the so-called underbody of the car was covered with a simple sheet of metal in order to ensure the best aerodynamics.

Interior of Honda NSX

Inside, the car is designed to look like a Japanese sports car. Three-spoke sports steering wheel with the company logo. On dashboard one large tachometer, one large speedometer and four more small gauges.

There is a small display on top of the center console, two air deflectors, and a radio underneath them. Under the radio there is a niche for all sorts of little things; this niche has a door and in fact it can be called an ashtray. Driver side lever parking brake located behind the gearshift lever.

The functions include electric windows, electric seat adjustments, climate control and so on.

In general, the interior is quite spacious for a sports car and will be comfortable for both driver and passenger.

This is one of the legendary Japanese sports cars, so it's safe to say that Honda was able to make a really good sports car that has beautiful design, comfort in the cabin and powerful engine, created specifically for the Honda NSX.

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Reviews from Honda NSX owners

Honda NSX, 2002

So what's better than the NSX? Porsche, Ferrari? Unfortunately, I didn’t ride them either. this moment I believe, that better than Honda NSX I have never experienced anything in my life. This is truly a dream car. Landing in deep buckets, you are enveloped by the dashboard, which smoothly goes somewhere to the handbrake, making a convenient on-board console in front of you. Before you even start the engine, adrenaline fills your blood. Lord, has the moment come when I can press the pedal of my dreams? The MOMO steering wheel without power steering forces you to give 60% of the force to your hands, but this rigidity gives excellent stability on the road and 100% accuracy, the ability to make turns with incredible precision. The stiffness of the Honda NSX suspension makes you involuntarily exhale on bumps. The suspension is very tight. The gas in first gear is hysterical to the point of disgrace. And the sound of the engine behind your back forces you to constantly press on the gas. It seems like you have a home theater behind your head and they're showing Formula 1 right now.

The V6 spins up to 8,000 thousand rpm instantly. VTEC system does its job, I think it’s not worth saying how pleasant the sound is in the maximum rev range. When you get out of this car, you feel your legs trembling. At first, she makes you worry, maybe even afraid of her. I tried to make friends with the Honda NSX, but it always acts tough! It's hard to drive this car slowly! And as soon as a free path appears in the flow, the engine asks to unscrew it. These are indescribable feelings. Life is good! I tried what was gathering dust on my wall in the form of a poster in Russia. Thank you for your attention! Good luck to everyone in achieving their goals.

Advantages : dynamics. Appearance.

Flaws : practicality.

Igor, Miami

Honda NSX, 2002

Impressions from Honda control The NSXs are fantastic. The car drives as if tied, as if on rails. The slightest movement steering wheel - and you are already in the next lane. Everything is easy and relaxed. Even at speeds under 200. Despite the fact that the suspension is very stiff, the car is quite comfortable. I haven’t installed the new one, TEIN, yet. The Honda NSX encourages you to brake later and approach the turn faster. I really hope that in our city they will build at least some kind of race track, so as not only to go to the store for bread. After the first turn, I began to very carefully monitor the position of the steering wheel at the moment the gas pedal was depressed. The absence of a motor at the front of the car changes the driving experience. Although I try to drive only in dry, bright weather, so as to drive a clean car and avoid getting into rare potholes, I also like to drive in the rain, the edges of what is possible are getting much closer, the excitement inside is stronger, rear end The Honda NSX is getting extremely unruly. There is traction control, and it even works, but it’s so delicate that you have time to go around the pole three times, “ugh” three times. Literally everyone pays attention to the car, and some are interested. The most enthusiastic fans are children, especially if I swing my headlights, they just start jumping in place with pleasure, pointing with their fingers. The car does not like narrow yards and uneven roads. The lack of power steering has both pros and cons. Of course, the lack of an amplifier is still a compromise; in the yard I would like less effort, and a shorter steering wheel when cornering. But, in general, apparently Japanese engineers have achieved a golden mean. What I like about the car is its beauty and simplicity. There are no unnecessary details in it, in my opinion.

Advantages : rides like it's on rails. Dynamics. Appearance.

Flaws : Does not like narrow yards and uneven roads.

Second generation Honda NSX sports car - successor legendary model original generation, produced from 1990 to 2005, made its European debut in March 2015 at international motor show in Geneva, however world premiere was organized back in January at the North American show, but with the Acura emblem.

The car not only put on a cool “outfit”, but also received a rather original design component - what a hybrid power point with three electric motors. The two-door arrived in the countries of the Old World in April 2016, and in the future it may reach Russia.

Externally, the “second” Honda NSX looks beautiful and impressive from any angle. The powerful, squat and aerodynamically adjusted body of the sports car attracts the eye with daring lighting technology with full LED “filling”, a swift silhouette with “pumped up” hind wings and a “quartet” exhaust system.

In length Japanese coupe totals 4470 mm, height - 1215 mm, width - 1940 mm, and the gap between the axles is 2630 mm. In “combat” condition, the car weighs a minimum of 1711 kg.

The interior of the NES-X is attractive in appearance and expensively executed in reality - the seats and most panels are covered in genuine leather, which is diluted with “decor” made of Alcantara and metal. The dashboard is dominated by a liquid crystal display, which changes its design depending on the driving mode, and the driver gets into the hands of a textured ellipsoidal multi-steering wheel.

A strongly inclined center console that houses the color “TV” of the multimedia complex and the original “remote control” climate system, goes into a “grand” floor tunnel, which defines a pair of cockpits with sports bucket seats in the cabin.

Specifications. On the second generation Honda NSX, it is located within the base (behind the passenger compartment) Gas engine V6 with a volume of 3.5 liters with two turbochargers, a 75-degree camber angle and combined fuel supply, producing 507 horsepower and 550 Nm of torque at 2000-6000 rpm. Load rear axle The unit’s traction is helped by a 48-horsepower electric motor, implanted between the internal combustion engine and a 9-speed “robot” with two clutches and a torque converter.
The front axle drive uses a pair of electric motors with a recoil of 36.5 “mares” and 73 Nm each, which are capable of operating as generators and controlling the thrust vector when cornering. The maximum hybrid power plant produces 572 horsepower and 645 Nm of torque.

In asphalt disciplines, the second “release” of the Honda NSX shows itself on the good side: it rushes from zero to the first 100 km/h in 3.8 seconds, and accelerates until it reaches 308 km/h.

NES-X is based on a unique multicomponent space frame, constructed using the ablative casting method. The floor panels are made of carbon fiber, and all body parts– made of aluminum and polyester sheet composite. The suspension of both axles is independent on double wishbones with adaptive shock absorbers, which are filled with magnetorheological fluid. Responsible for effective braking on a car powerful system with monoblock six-piston calipers at the front and four-piston at the rear, ventilated carbon-ceramic discs on all wheels and a whole set of electronic assistants. The sports car flaunts a rack and pinion steering device with electric amplifier control with progressive characteristics.

Options and prices. On European market Honda sales The second generation NSX launched in April 2016 at a price of 196,300 US dollars (that’s what they will ask for a car in Germany), and in the foreseeable future the “Japanese” may appear in Russia.
The coupe has six airbags as standard, leather interior, two-zone “climate”, LED optics"in a circle", a multimedia complex, virtual panel devices, ABS, ESP and a large number of other modern equipment.