1992 Acura NSX vs. 1999 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Esprit (349 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1992 Acura NSX. (272 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1992 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Acura NSX weights approximately 695 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
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, 1999 Lotus Esprit (351 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Acura NSX. (284 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Acura NSX | 1999 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Acura | Lotus |
| Model | NSX | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 349 HP |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2310 mm |
