2002 Acura RSX vs. 1993 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2002 Acura RSX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Supra (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2002 Acura RSX. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura RSX weights approximately 106 kg more than 1993 Toyota Supra.
Because 1993 Toyota Supra 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 1993 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX, 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, 1993 Toyota Supra (598 Nm) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (191 Nm). This means 1993 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 1993 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | RSX | Supra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 598 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2560 mm |
