1996 Acura NSX vs. 2010 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2010 Kia Opirus is newer by 14 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2010 Kia Opirus. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Opirus weights approximately 527 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, 2010 Kia Opirus, 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, 2010 Kia Opirus (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura NSX. 2010 Kia Opirus 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. 2010 Kia Opirus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura NSX | 2010 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | NSX | Opirus |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2810 mm |
