1995 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 14 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (352 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.

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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (519 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Acura NSX 2009 Chevrolet Suburban
Make Acura Chevrolet
Model NSX Suburban
Year Released 1995 2009
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3178 cc 5967 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 420 HP 352 HP
Engine RPM 8250 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 414 Nm 519 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 5660 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1960 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 3310 mm


 

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