1996 Acura NSX vs. 2002 MG TF
To start off, 2002 MG TF is newer by 6 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2002 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2002 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Acura NSX weights approximately 270 kg more than 2002 MG TF. 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 @ 5400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Acura NSX | 2002 MG TF | |
Make | Acura | MG |
Model | NSX | TF |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2380 mm |