1998 Acura NSX vs. 1999 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1999 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Bandeirante.
Because 1999 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1999 Toyota Bandeirante 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Bandeirante. (246 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 1999 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | NSX | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2290 mm |
