2002 Acura NSX vs. 1994 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Holden Statesman. (242 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Statesman weights approximately 185 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX.
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, 1994 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 1994 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Acura | Holden |
| Model | NSX | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |
