1991 Acura NSX vs. 2011 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2011 Peugeot iOn is newer by 20 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. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura NSX weights approximately 290 kg more than 2011 Peugeot iOn. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1991 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura NSX | 2011 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Acura | Peugeot |
| Model | NSX | iOn |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2550 mm |
