2000 Acura NSX vs. 1995 Honda NSX
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2000 Acura NSX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 205 kg more than 1995 Honda NSX.
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, 2000 Acura NSX (305 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda NSX. (294 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura NSX | 1995 Honda NSX | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | NSX | NSX |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3208 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 294 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2540 mm |