1991 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2005 Nissan Frontier is newer by 14 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 130 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Frontier. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 16 kg more than 1991 Acura NSX.
Because 2005 Nissan Frontier 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, 2005 Nissan Frontier 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, 1991 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Frontier. 2005 Nissan Frontier 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. 2005 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura NSX | 2005 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | NSX | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
