1998 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover

To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 11 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (301 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Acura NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1026 kg more than 1998 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1998 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Acura NSX 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
Make Acura Land Rover
Model NSX Range Rover
Year Released 1998 2009
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 4394 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 301 HP
Engine RPM 7300 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 2486 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 3230 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 88 L