1991 Honda NSX vs. 2010 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2010 Acura ZDX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1991 Honda NSX. (281 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura ZDX weights approximately 630 kg more than 1991 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura ZDX 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, 2010 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2010 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda NSX. 2010 Acura ZDX has automatic transmission and 1991 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1991 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura ZDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda NSX | 2010 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | NSX | ZDX |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
