1992 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Opel Antara 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Opel Antara. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 475 kg more than 1992 Acura NSX.
Because 2009 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara 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, 2009 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Acura NSX. 2009 Opel Antara 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. 2009 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Acura NSX | 2009 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | NSX | Antara |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
