1993 Acura NSX vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 20 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1993 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 1993 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 542 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.
Because 2013 Cadillac XTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Acura NSX. 2013 Cadillac XTS 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. 2013 Cadillac XTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Acura NSX | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | NSX | XTS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2831 mm |
