2002 Acura NSX vs. 1997 Nissan Rasheen

To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura NSX weights approximately 270 kg more than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1997 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1997 Nissan Rasheen 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 (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Rasheen.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Acura NSX 1997 Nissan Rasheen
Make Acura Nissan
Model NSX Rasheen
Year Released 2002 1997
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2977 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 249 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 138 Nm
Torque RPM 5300 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1160 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2440 mm