1998 Acura NSX vs. 2011 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Musso is newer by 13 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 172 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2011 SsangYong Musso 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, 2011 SsangYong Musso 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, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 2011 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Acura | SsangYong |
Model | NSX | Musso |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
Top Speed | 268 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |