2002 Acura NSX vs. 2002 Honda Torneo

To start off, both 2002 Acura NSX and 2002 Honda Torneo were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 182 more horse power than 2002 Honda Torneo. (67 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Torneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura NSX weights approximately 590 kg more than 2002 Honda Torneo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Torneo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Torneo. (149 Nm). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Torneo.

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