2000 Acura NSX vs. 2000 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, both 2000 Acura NSX and 2000 Hyundai Coupe were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 345 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Hyundai Coupe, 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 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. (188 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura NSX | 2000 Hyundai Coupe | |
Make | Acura | Hyundai |
Model | NSX | Coupe |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 480 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 188 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2480 mm |