1997 Acura NSX vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura NSX 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 195 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura NSX weights approximately 380 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1997 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura NSX | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Acura | Suzuki |
| Model | NSX | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2370 mm |
