1991 Acura NSX vs. 2004 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2500 is newer by 13 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 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1991 Acura NSX.
Because 2004 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura NSX. 2004 Mazda B2500 has automatic transmission and 1991 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1991 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mazda B2500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura NSX | 2004 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | NSX | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2990 mm |
