1996 Acura NSX vs. 2004 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2004 Lancia Phedra 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 163 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Phedra. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 403 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, 2004 Lancia Phedra, 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, 1996 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Phedra. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Acura NSX | 2004 Lancia Phedra | |
Make | Acura | Lancia |
Model | NSX | Phedra |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1773 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |