1998 Acura NSX vs. 1989 Porsche 944
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 944 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 (276 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 944. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1989 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Acura NSX weights approximately 47 kg more than 1989 Porsche 944. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Porsche 944 (330 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 1989 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 1989 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Acura | Porsche |
| Model | NSX | 944 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2390 mm |
