1995 Acura NSX vs. 1995 Subaru Legacy

To start off, both 1995 Acura NSX and 1995 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 157 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 20 kg more than 1995 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Legacy 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, 1995 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Acura NSX 1995 Subaru Legacy
Make Acura Subaru
Model NSX Legacy
Year Released 1995 1995
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2977 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 271 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 7300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 284 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 5400 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1410 mm


 

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