1995 Acura NSX vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran 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 316 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 123 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. 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 Volkswagen Touran, 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Touran.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Acura NSX 2012 Volkswagen Touran
Make Acura Volkswagen
Model NSX Touran
Year Released 1995 2012
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3178 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 420 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 8250 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 414 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1497 kg 1374 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2680 mm


 

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