2004 Acura NSX vs. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura NSX weights approximately 173 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon, 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, 2004 Acura NSX (304 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm). This means 2004 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura NSX | 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Acura | Hyundai |
| Model | NSX | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
