1991 Acura NSX vs. 1992 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 1992 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Acura NSX 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 161 more horse power than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1992 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura NSX weights approximately 824 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (130 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Acura NSX | 1992 Caterham Super 7 | |
Make | Acura | Caterham |
Model | NSX | Super 7 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2260 mm |