1992 Acura NSX vs. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Acura NSX would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1992 Acura NSX. (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1992 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 435 kg more than 1992 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Acura NSX. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1992 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1992 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Acura NSX | 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | NSX | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3030 mm |
