1996 Acura NSX vs. 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate
To start off, 1996 Acura NSX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura NSX (271 HP) has 156 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (115 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Acura NSX weights approximately 120 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Acura NSX (284 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 1996 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura NSX | 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | NSX | Graduate |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2260 mm |
