1992 Acura NSX vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 21 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (343 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1992 Acura NSX. (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1992 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 187 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, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (400 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Acura NSX | 2013 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Acura | Hyundai |
| Model | NSX | Genesis |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1865 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1385 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2820 mm |
