1995 Acura NSX vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 9 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (181 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 380 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Acura NSX (284 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (270 Nm). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | NSX | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
