2001 Acura NSX vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (126 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Because 2001 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 2001 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina, 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, 2001 Acura NSX (304 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (183 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina. 2001 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | NSX | Carina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2540 mm |
