1991 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2009 Mazda B4000 is newer by 18 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 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura NSX weights approximately 190 kg more than 2009 Mazda B4000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda B4000 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, 2009 Mazda B4000 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, 2009 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura NSX | 2009 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | NSX | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3200 mm |
