1999 Acura NSX vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2002 Toyota Tundra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura NSX would be higher. At 4,698 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura NSX weights approximately 541 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura NSX. 2002 Toyota Tundra 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. 2002 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Acura NSX | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | NSX | Tundra |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 427 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |