2002 Acura NSX vs. 1994 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 443 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1994 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1994 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 1994 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | NSX | Astro |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |
