1996 Acura NSX vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 17 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 101 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 148 kg more than 1996 Acura NSX.
Because 2013 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot 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, 1996 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Patriot.
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1996 Acura NSX | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Acura | Jeep |
Model | NSX | Patriot |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1697 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2634 mm |