1995 Acura NSX vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 is newer by 15 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 7 kg more than 2010 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | NSX | 3 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1363 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2639 mm |
