1996 Acura NSX vs. 2011 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2011 Nissan Patrol is newer by 15 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1996 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1996 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1415 kg more than 1996 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura NSX. 2011 Nissan Patrol 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. 2011 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Acura NSX | 2011 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | NSX | Patrol |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 559 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3075 mm |