2001 Acura RSX vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura RSX would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 2001 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 481 kg more than 2001 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura RSX | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | RSX | GT-R |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 607 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |