2000 Acura NSX vs. 1992 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJ220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJ220 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2000 Acura NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 38 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJ220.
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, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura NSX | 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | |
Make | Acura | Jaguar |
Model | NSX | XJ220 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 3492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 642 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |