1993 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1993 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1993 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 607 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, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Acura NSX. 2009 Lincoln Navigator 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 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Acura NSX | 2009 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Acura | Lincoln |
| Model | NSX | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3330 mm |
