1992 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 13 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 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1992 Acura NSX. (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1992 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 284 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.
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, 2005 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Acura NSX. 2005 Cadillac XLR 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. 2005 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Acura NSX | 2005 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | NSX | XLR |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2690 mm |
