1999 Acura NSX vs. 1999 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 1999 Acura NSX and 1999 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Sierra (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Acura NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Sierra weights approximately 371 kg more than 1999 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 GMC Sierra 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, 1999 GMC Sierra 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, 1999 GMC Sierra (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Acura NSX | 1999 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Acura | GMC |
Model | NSX | Sierra |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5325 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3030 mm |