2001 Acura NSX vs. 2002 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2002 Holden Monaro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Acura NSX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Monaro weights approximately 27 kg more than 2001 Acura NSX. 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, 2002 Holden Monaro (374 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2002 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 2002 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Acura | Holden |
| Model | NSX | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2800 mm |
