1992 Acura NSX vs. 2007 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 15 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1992 Acura NSX. (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1992 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Armada weights approximately 170 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 2007 Nissan Armada 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, 2007 Nissan Armada 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, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Acura NSX. 2007 Nissan Armada 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. 2007 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Acura NSX | 2007 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | NSX | Armada |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3140 mm |
