1995 Acura NSX vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 8 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (271 HP) has 163 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 680 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | NSX | Viano |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3210 mm |
