1994 Acura NSX vs. 1994 Suzuki Samurai

To start off, both 1994 Acura NSX and 1994 Suzuki Samurai were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Acura NSX weights approximately 440 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1994 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1994 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Samurai.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Acura NSX 1994 Suzuki Samurai
Make Acura Suzuki
Model NSX Samurai
Year Released 1994 1994
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2977 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 271 HP 68 HP
Engine RPM 7300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 284 Nm 103 Nm
Torque RPM 5400 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 930 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 3450 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1540 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2490 mm