1999 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky is newer by 10 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 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 16 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Sky. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura NSX weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Saturn Sky. 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, 2009 Saturn Sky (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Acura NSX | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
Make | Acura | Saturn |
Model | NSX | Sky |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 49 L |