1991 Acura NSX vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 1991 Acura NSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura NSX weights approximately 332 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Acura 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 1991 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic, 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, 1991 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM). This means 1991 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Acura NSX | 1990 Honda Civic | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | NSX | Civic |
Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |