2001 Acura NSX vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura NSX weights approximately 140 kg more than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix. (203 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Acura | Pontiac |
| Model | NSX | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2740 mm |
