1996 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Acura TSX
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 13 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 70 more horse power than 2009 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 482 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, 2009 Acura TSX, 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura NSX | 2009 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Acura | Acura |
| Model | NSX | TSX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
