2005 Acura MDX vs. 1995 Acura NSX
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,464 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2005 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 473 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX 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, 1995 Acura NSX (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1995 Acura NSX | |
| Make | Acura | Acura |
| Model | MDX | NSX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3464 cc | 3178 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
