1998 Acura NSX vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (119 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry.
Because 1998 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 1998 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Camry, 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, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Camry. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | NSX | Camry |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
