1996 Acura NSX vs. 1986 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1996 Acura NSX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (203 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1986 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 330 kg more than 1996 Acura NSX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura NSX. 1986 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1996 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1996 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Acura NSX | 1986 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Acura | Avanti |
Model | NSX | Avanti |
Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3400 mm |