2005 Acura NSX vs. 1993 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1993 Proton Saloon. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1993 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura NSX weights approximately 530 kg more than 1993 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Proton Saloon, 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, 2005 Acura NSX (305 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Proton Saloon. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura NSX | 1993 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Acura | Proton |
| Model | NSX | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2390 mm |
