1993 Acura NSX vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 18 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Altima. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Altima weights approximately 142 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, 2011 Nissan Altima, 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, 2011 Nissan Altima (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Acura NSX | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | NSX | Altima |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2675 mm |