1996 Acura NSX vs. 1999 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 1999 Toyota Sienna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Sienna. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 335 kg more than 1996 Acura NSX.
Because 1996 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 1996 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Sienna, 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, 1999 Toyota Sienna (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura NSX. 1999 Toyota Sienna 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. 1999 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Acura NSX | 1999 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | NSX | Sienna |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2910 mm |