1992 Acura NSX vs. 2003 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2003 Opel Speedster is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2003 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Acura NSX weights approximately 365 kg more than 2003 Opel Speedster. 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, 1992 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1992 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Acura NSX | 2003 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Acura | Opel |
Model | NSX | Speedster |
Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2400 mm |