1992 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass 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 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 100 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 23 kg more than 1992 Acura NSX.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass 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, 2009 Jeep Compass 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Acura NSX | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Acura | Jeep |
| Model | NSX | Compass |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 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 | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
