1995 Acura NSX vs. 1999 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1999 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 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 1999 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 351 kg more than 1999 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Impreza 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, 1999 Subaru Impreza 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura NSX | 1999 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | NSX | Impreza |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |