1996 Acura NSX vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 8 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 117 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 833 kg more than 1996 Acura NSX.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura NSX. (284 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura NSX | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | NSX | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3030 mm |
