1992 Acura NSX vs. 2002 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2002 Kia Sportage is newer by 10 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 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 146 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sportage weights approximately 88 kg more than 1992 Acura NSX.
Because 2002 Kia Sportage 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, 2002 Kia Sportage 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1992 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Acura NSX | 2002 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | NSX | Sportage |
Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |