1991 Acura NSX vs. 1997 Caterham C21
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 6 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 156 more horse power than 1997 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1997 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura NSX weights approximately 720 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura NSX | 1997 Caterham C21 | |
| Make | Acura | Caterham |
| Model | NSX | C21 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2260 mm |
