1999 Acura NSX vs. 1990 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 Acura NSX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura NSX weights approximately 469 kg more than 1990 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Carina, 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, 1999 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Acura NSX | 1990 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | NSX | Carina |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |