2001 Acura NSX vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1996 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura NSX weights approximately 645 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Acura | Marcos |
| Model | NSX | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1120 mm |
