1995 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios 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 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 317 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios will offer significantly more control. 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 (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 2009 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Acura | Daihatsu |
| Model | NSX | Terios |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2590 mm |
