1992 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 17 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1992 Acura NSX. (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1992 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 375 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Acura NSX | 2009 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | NSX | CTS |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 536 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2890 mm |