1991 Acura NSX vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 is newer by 4 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 169 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura NSX weights approximately 295 kg more than 1995 Rover 200. 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, 1995 Rover 200, 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura NSX | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Acura | Rover |
| Model | NSX | 200 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
