1998 Acura NSX vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (334 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | NSX | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3340 mm |
