1993 Acura NSX vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 19 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1338 kg more than 1993 Acura NSX.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Acura NSX. 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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. 2012 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Acura NSX | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Acura | Land Rover |
Model | NSX | Freelander |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |