1994 Acura NSX vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 16 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1994 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1994 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti FX weights approximately 349 kg more than 1994 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Acura NSX. 2010 Infiniti FX 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. 2010 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Acura NSX | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Acura | Infiniti |
Model | NSX | FX |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2890 mm |