2004 Acura NSX vs. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. (158 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura NSX weights approximately 37 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. 2004 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | NSX | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
