1998 Acura NSX vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon

To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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 137 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 316 kg more than 1998 Acura NSX.

Because 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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 SsangYong Actyon 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 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX. 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Acura NSX 2009 SsangYong Actyon
Make Acura SsangYong
Model NSX Actyon
Year Released 1998 2009
Body Type Coupe Crossover
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 7300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 1776 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 75 L