1993 Acura NSX vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1993 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 150 kg more than 1993 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Acura NSX | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | NSX | Corvette |
Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2950 mm |