Acura NSX vs Nissan 240SX
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
1998 Nissan 240SX
Overview
| Spec | Acura NSXType S | Nissan 240SXBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Type S | Base |
| Body style | Coupe | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 9-speed automated manual | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | hybrid | gas |
| Model year | 2022 | 1998 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura NSXType S | Nissan 240SXBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $169,500 | $0 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura NSXType S | Nissan 240SXBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 21 MPG | 22 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 21 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 22 MPG | 25 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 15.6 gal | 17.2 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Acura NSXType S | Nissan 240SXBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 600 hp (best) | 155 hp |
| Torque | 492 lb-ft (best) | 160 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.5 L (best) | 2.4 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura NSXType S | Nissan 240SXBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 2 seats (best) | — |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 4.4 cu ft | 8.6 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | — | 2,800 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 3.8 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 103.5 in (best) | 99.4 in |
| Length | 178.5 in (best) | 177.2 in |
| Width | 76.3 in (best) | 68.1 in |
| Height | 47.8 in | 51 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura NSXType S | Nissan 240SXBase |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura NSX | Nissan 240SX |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Type S $169,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | LE $0 MSRP |
| 3 | — | SE $0 MSRP |