1992 Acura NSX vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 is newer by 18 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 173 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i20.
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, 2010 Hyundai i20, 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1992 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Acura NSX | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Acura | Hyundai |
| Model | NSX | i20 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2525 mm |
