1995 Acura NSX vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1063 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX.
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, 2012 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura NSX | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Acura | GMC |
Model | NSX | Savana |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 2560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3429 mm |