1993 Acura NSX vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna

To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Sienna.

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 Toyota Sienna, 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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Acura NSX. 2011 Toyota Sienna 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. 2011 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Acura NSX 2011 Toyota Sienna
Make Acura Toyota
Model NSX Sienna
Year Released 1993 2011
Body Type Coupe Minivan
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 266 HP
Engine RPM 7300 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 284 Nm 332 Nm
Torque RPM 5400 RPM 4700 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 Length 4420 mm 5085 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1984 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1796 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 3030 mm