1995 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 10 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1995 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1238 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (284 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1995 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1995 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | NSX | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3890 mm |
