1992 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai

To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 17 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 160 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 2 kg more than 1992 Acura NSX.

Because 1992 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 1992 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai, 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, 1992 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Qashqai.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Acura NSX 2009 Nissan Qashqai
Make Acura Nissan
Model NSX Qashqai
Year Released 1992 2009
Body Type Coupe Crossover
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2977 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 272 HP 112 HP
Engine RPM 7300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 284 Nm 161 Nm
Torque RPM 5400 RPM 4400 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 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1372 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2640 mm