1995 Acura NSX vs. 1997 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1997 Subaru SVX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1997 Subaru SVX. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru SVX weights approximately 123 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX.
Because 1997 Subaru SVX 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, 1997 Subaru SVX 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 (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 1997 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Acura | Subaru |
| Model | NSX | SVX |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |
