2004 Acura NSX vs. 1998 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 320 kg more than 2004 Acura NSX.
Because 1998 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup 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, 2004 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Pickup. 2004 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura NSX | 1998 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | NSX | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2960 mm |
