1995 Acura NSX vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 17 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 252 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q3. (168 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q3.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q3. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | NSX | Q3 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1600 mm |
