1992 Acura NSX vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 16 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 114 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Acura NSX weights approximately 38 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Acura NSX | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | NSX | Camry |
Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2780 mm |