1994 Acura NSX vs. 2002 Buick Regal
To start off, 2002 Buick Regal is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2002 Buick Regal. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Regal weights approximately 190 kg more than 1994 Acura NSX.
Because 1994 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 1994 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Buick Regal, 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, 2002 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Acura NSX. 2002 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1994 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1994 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Acura NSX | 2002 Buick Regal | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | NSX | Regal |
Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2780 mm |