2002 Acura NSX vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Cerbera (290 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster 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 TVR Cerbera (477 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX. 2002 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 1994 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 1994 TVR Cerbera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Acura | TVR |
| Model | NSX | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 477 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
