1993 Acura NSX vs. 1997 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1997 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Acura NSX 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 145 more horse power than 1997 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Acura NSX weights approximately 70 kg more than 1997 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota RAV4 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, 1993 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota RAV4. (173 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Acura NSX | 1997 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | NSX | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |