1995 Acura NSX vs. 1993 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1995 Acura NSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Colt. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 145 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Colt, 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, 1995 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Colt. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 1993 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Acura | Plymouth |
| Model | NSX | Colt |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
