1992 Acura NSX vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 886 kg more than 1992 Acura NSX.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Acura NSX. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Acura NSX | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | NSX | Touareg |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2893 mm |