1998 Acura NSX vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Impreza 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 83 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
Because 1993 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza 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, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | NSX | Impreza |
Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Top Speed | 268 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |