1993 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 16 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (173 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 445 kg more than 1993 Acura NSX.
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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country, 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1993 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1993 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Acura NSX | 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Acura | Chrysler |
Model | NSX | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3090 mm |