2001 Acura NSX vs. 1992 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Previa 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 348 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Previa.
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 Toyota Previa, 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Previa. (207 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Previa. 2001 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 1992 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 1992 Toyota Previa 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 | 1992 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | NSX | Previa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
