1998 Acura NSX vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 14 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 206 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Because 1998 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indigo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Acura | Tata |
Model | NSX | Indigo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 268 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |