1991 Acura NSX vs. 2006 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2006 Nissan Frontier is newer by 15 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Frontier. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 160 kg more than 1991 Acura NSX.
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, 2006 Nissan Frontier, 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, 2006 Nissan Frontier (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Acura NSX | 2006 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | NSX | Frontier |
Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3200 mm |