1999 Acura NSX vs. 1998 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1999 Acura NSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1998 Isuzu Trooper. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1998 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 516 kg more than 1999 Acura NSX.
Because 1998 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu Trooper 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 Isuzu Trooper (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura NSX. 1998 Isuzu Trooper has automatic transmission and 1999 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1999 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Isuzu Trooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura NSX | 1998 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Acura | Isuzu |
| Model | NSX | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2340 mm |
