1995 Acura NSX vs. 2012 Lexus GX
To start off, 2012 Lexus GX 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GX (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1995 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GX weights approximately 1052 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GX 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, 2012 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX. 2012 Lexus GX has automatic transmission and 1995 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1995 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lexus GX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 2012 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Acura | Lexus |
| Model | NSX | GX |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2789 mm |
