2001 Acura NSX vs. 1993 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (223 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura NSX weights approximately 5 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 (319 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1993 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | NSX | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3130 mm |
