1993 Acura NSX vs. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1993 Acura NSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Acura NSX weights approximately 130 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado, 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, 1993 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Acura NSX | 1992 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | NSX | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2480 mm |
