1995 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Holden Caprice

To start off, 2005 Holden Caprice 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2005 Holden Caprice. (295 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Caprice.

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, 2005 Holden Caprice (446 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Acura NSX 2005 Holden Caprice
Make Acura Holden
Model NSX Caprice
Year Released 1995 2005
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3178 cc 5665 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 420 HP 295 HP
Engine RPM 8250 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 414 Nm 446 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors


 

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