1995 Acura NSX vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sorento. (276 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 307 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX.
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, 2012 Kia Sorento, 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 (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura NSX | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | NSX | Sorento |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |