1993 Acura NSX vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 1998 Rover 400 is newer by 5 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 169 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Acura NSX weights approximately 250 kg more than 1998 Rover 400. 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, 1998 Rover 400, 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Acura NSX | 1998 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Acura | Rover |
| Model | NSX | 400 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
