2002 Acura NSX vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 428 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2002 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 1993 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | NSX | G |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
