1992 Acura NSX vs. 1992 Mazda 323
To start off, both 1992 Acura NSX and 1992 Mazda 323 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1992 Mazda 323. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Acura NSX weights approximately 140 kg more than 1992 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Mazda 323 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 323 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, 1992 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 323. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Acura NSX | 1992 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | NSX | 323 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2370 mm |
