1995 Acura NSX vs. 1998 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 3 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 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 447 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1998 Daihatsu Terios 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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 1998 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Acura | Daihatsu |
| Model | NSX | Terios |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2430 mm |
