1997 Acura NSX vs. 1997 Seat Alhambra

To start off, both 1997 Acura NSX and 1997 Seat Alhambra were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 158 more horse power than 1997 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 405 kg more than 1997 Acura NSX.

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, 1997 Seat Alhambra, 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Alhambra.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Acura NSX 1997 Seat Alhambra
Make Acura Seat
Model NSX Alhambra
Year Released 1997 1997
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2977 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 272 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 7300 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 284 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 5400 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1775 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2830 mm


 

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