2002 Acura NSX vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 6,505 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 970 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (583 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | NSX | Express |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 6505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3440 mm |
