2000 Acura NSX vs. 1995 Chrysler Town & Country

To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 229 kg more than 2000 Acura NSX.

Because 2000 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. (289 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chrysler Town & Country.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Acura NSX 1995 Chrysler Town & Country
Make Acura Chrysler
Model NSX Town & Country
Year Released 2000 1995
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3500 cc 3776 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 480 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 289 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 1804 kg
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 3040 mm


 

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