1995 Acura NSX vs. 2012 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2012 Lancia Musa 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 331 more horse power than 2012 Lancia Musa. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 219 kg more than 2012 Lancia Musa. 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, 2012 Lancia Musa, 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lancia Musa. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura NSX | 2012 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Acura | Lancia |
Model | NSX | Musa |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |