1994 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2005 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 11 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Acura NSX (271 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 218 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, 2005 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Acura NSX. (284 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Acura NSX | 2005 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | NSX | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
