2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1996 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 772 kg more than 1996 Honda NSX.
Because 2008 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda NSX. 2008 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1996 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 1996 Honda NSX | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Acadia | NSX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
