1996 Acura NSX vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute

To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute 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 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 100 more horse power than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 144 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 Mazda Tribute, 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Tribute. 2010 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Acura NSX 2010 Mazda Tribute
Make Acura Mazda
Model NSX Tribute
Year Released 1996 2010
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2977 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 271 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 7300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 284 Nm 232 Nm
Torque RPM 5400 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1514 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4442 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1806 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1783 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2619 mm


 

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