2001 Acura NSX vs. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country

To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. (164 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 105 kg more than 2001 Acura NSX.

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, 1992 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, 2001 Acura NSX (304 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. (263 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Acura NSX 1992 Chrysler Town & Country
Make Acura Chrysler
Model NSX Town & Country
Year Released 2001 1992
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3201 cc 3301 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 223 HP 164 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 263 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 1680 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 3040 mm


 

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