1993 Acura NSX vs. 2010 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2010 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 17 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 4,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2010 Toyota 4Runner. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 683 kg more than 1993 Acura NSX.
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, 1993 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota 4Runner. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota 4Runner. 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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. 2010 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Acura NSX | 2010 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | NSX | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 2053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2789 mm |