1992 Acura NSX vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester is newer by 12 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 149 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Forester weights approximately 15 kg more than 1992 Acura NSX.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester 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, 2004 Subaru Forester 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Acura NSX | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Acura | Subaru |
| Model | NSX | Forester |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
