2001 Acura NSX vs. 2002 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2002 Lotec C 1000 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 620 more horse power than 2001 Acura NSX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura NSX weights approximately 489 kg more than 2002 Lotec C 1000.
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 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm) has 686 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2002 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 2002 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Acura | Lotec |
| Model | NSX | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1150 mm |
