1998 Acura NSX vs. 1995 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Previa 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 @ 7300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Previa. (133 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Previa weights approximately 155 kg more than 1998 Acura NSX.
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, 1995 Toyota Previa, 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 1995 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | NSX | Previa |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |