1998 Acura NSX vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 10 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan, 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 2008 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | NSX | Multivan |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92.8 mm |
Top Speed | 268 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3010 mm |