1998 Honda NSX vs. 2010 Acura MDX
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Honda NSX. (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 694 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX 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, 2010 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX. 2010 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 2010 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | NSX | MDX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
