1995 Honda NSX vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 1997 Acura EL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1997 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda NSX weights approximately 301 kg more than 1997 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda 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 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Acura EL, 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 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda NSX | 1997 Acura EL | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | NSX | EL |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2619 mm |
