1994 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 15 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 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 99 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 673 kg more than 1994 Acura NSX.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Acura NSX | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Acura | Jeep |
| Model | NSX | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
