1998 Acura NSX vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 Acura NSX. (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura NSX.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | NSX | Corvette |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 488 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |