1998 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Tundra. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Acura NSX weights approximately 386 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Tundra. (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Tundra. 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | NSX | Tundra |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |