2001 Acura NSX vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (286 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (555 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | NSX | Express |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 7439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 555 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3440 mm |
