2008 Acura TSX vs. 1990 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Acura TSX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda NSX weights approximately 131 kg more than 2008 Acura TSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Honda 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 1990 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX, 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, 1990 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TSX | 1990 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | TSX | NSX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
