1998 Acura NSX vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 15 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Sienna. (262 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Sienna.
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, 2013 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX. 2013 Toyota Sienna 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. 2013 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | NSX | Sienna |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1985 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3030 mm |