1997 Acura NSX vs. 1991 Saturn Sedan
To start off, 1997 Acura NSX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saturn Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saturn Sedan would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1991 Saturn Sedan. (85 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1991 Saturn Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura NSX weights approximately 277 kg more than 1991 Saturn Sedan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Saturn Sedan, 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, 1997 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saturn Sedan. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saturn Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura NSX | 1991 Saturn Sedan | |
| Make | Acura | Saturn |
| Model | NSX | Sedan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1093 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
