1998 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Mazda CX-7. (235 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 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 Mazda CX-7 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 Mazda CX-7 (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | NSX | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 69 L |
