1995 Acura NSX vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest 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 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Quest. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 611 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 Nissan Quest, 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, 2012 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura NSX | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | NSX | Quest |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1981 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3000 mm |