1993 Acura NSX vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1993 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1993 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 314 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Acura NSX. 2011 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Acura NSX | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | NSX | Tundra |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 545 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3710 mm |