1992 Acura NSX vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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 149 more horse power than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Acura NSX weights approximately 245 kg more than 2010 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Acura NSX | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | NSX | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3010 mm |
