
Specifications

| ENGINEERING | |
|---|---|
| POWERTRAIN | Transverse mid-engine/rear-wheel drive |
| ENGINE TYPE |
3.2-liter (manual transmission) [1997], 3.0-liter (automatic
transmission), DOHC, 24-valve V 6 with VTEC (Variable Valve Timing
and Lift Electronic Control) system, electronic drive-by-wire throttle system [1996] 3.0-liter (manual and automatic), DOHC, 24-V V-6 with VTEC [1991] |
| HORSEPOWER, SAE NET |
6-Speed - 290 hp @ 7100 rpm [1997] 5-Speed - 270 hp @ 7100 rpm [1991] Automatic - 252 hp @ 6600 rpm |
| TORQUE, SAE NET |
6-Speed - 224 lbs-ft (31.0 kg-m) @ 5500 rpm [1997] 5-Speed - 210 lbs-ft (29.0 kg-m) @ 5300 rpm [1991] Automatic - 210 lbs-ft (29.0 kg-m) @ 5300 rpm [1991] |
| REDLINE |
6-Speed - 8000 rpm 5-Speed - 8000 rpm Automatic - 7500 rpm |
| DISPLACEMENT |
6-Speed - 193 cu in (3179 cc) [1997] 5-Speed - 181.6 cu in (2997 cc) [1991] Automatic - 181.6 cu in (2977 cc) [1991] |
| COMPRESSION RATIO | 10.2:1 [1997] |
| INDUCTION SYSTEM | Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) with Variable Volume Induction System (VVIS) |
| ENGINE BLOCK |
3.0-liter: aluminum alloy with cast-iron cylinder liners; [1991]
3.2-liter: aluminum alloy with fiber-reinforced (FRM) cylinder walls [1997] CYLINDER HEADS - Aluminum alloy EXHAUST SYSTEM - Dual Stainless Steel |
| CONNECTING RODS | Titanium |
| IGNITION SYSTEM | Electronic direct ignition |
| TRANSMISSIONS |
6-speed manual (standard) [1997] or electronically
controlled 4-speed automatic with SportShift and programmed lockup torque converter (optional) [1996] 5-speed manual (standard) or electronically controlled 4-speed automatic [1991] |
| TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM (TCS) | Computer controlled (CPU), throttle reactive system |
| SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) |
Driver's and passenger's air bags [1993] Driver's air bag [1991] |
| COMFORT & CONVENIENCE |
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| Automatic Climate Control System |
| Acura/Bose Music System, AM/FM stereo, electronically tuned radio with cassette, four speakers and FM diversity antenna, 165-watt continuous power |
| Cruise control |
| Fully adjustable steering column (tilt and telescoping) |
| Power windows with key-off feature, power door locks and power mirrors |
|
Theft-deterrent system with electronic immobilizer [1997] Theft-deterrent system [1991] |
| 3-point seat belts with automatic tensioners |
| Dual beverage holder [1993] |
| EXTERIOR FEATURES |
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| Wheelbase | 99.6 in (2530 mm) | |
| Track, front | 59.4 in (1510 mm) | |
| Track, rear | 60.2 in (1530 mm) | |
| Length | 174.2 in (4425 mm) | |
| Width | 71.3 in (1810 mm) | |
| Height | 46.1 in (1170 mm) | |
| Minimum Ground Clearance | 4.6 in (117 mm) | |
| Coefficient of Drag (CD) | 0.32 | |
| Coefficient of Lift (CL) | 0.05 | |
| INTERIOR DIMENSIONS | ||
| Head Room | 36.3 in ( 921 mm) | |
| Leg Room | 44.3 in (1126 mm) | |
| Hip Room | 53.8 in (1366 mm) | |
| Shoulder Room | 52.5 in (1334 mm) | |
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New body-colored forged-aluminum wheels add an extra measure of style to NSX Coupe models painted in Grand Prix White. |
| BODY / SUSPENSION / CHASSIS | |
|---|---|
| FRONT SUSPENSION | Independent aluminum double-wishbone with coil springs, stabilizer bar and compliance pivot |
| REAR SUSPENSION | Independent aluminum double-wishbone with coil springs and stabilizer bar |
| STEERING TYPE | Electric, speed-sensitive, variable power-assisted, rack-and-pinion [with automatic transmission] |
| STEERING RATIOS |
6-Speed - 18.2:1 to 20.8:1 Automatic - 18.6:1 |
| STEERING WHEEL TURNS, LOCK TO LOCK |
6-Speed - 3.24 Automatic - 3.07 |
| TURNING CIRCLE, CURB TO CURB | 38.1 ft (11.6 m) |
| TIRES |
Front - 215/45 ZR16 [1994]; 205/50 ZR15 [1991] Rear - 245/40 ZR17 [1994]; 215/45 ZR16 [1991] Dual compound, dual tread configuration, unidirectional, high-performance tires |
| WHEELS |
Front - 16 x 7 [1994]; 15 x 7 [1991] Rear - 17 x 8.5 [1994]; 16 x 8 [1991] Lightweight forged aluminum alloy wheels -- seven-spoke 16/17 [1994], five-spoke 15/16 [1991] |
| BRAKING SYSTEM |
Dual-diagonal, power-assisted, 4-wheel ventilated
disc brakes
Front Discs - Ventilated, 11.7 in (298 mm) diameter, 28 mm rotor thickness Rear Discs - Ventilated, 11.9 in (303 mm) diameter, 21 mm rotor thickness |
| ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) | Acura-designed 4-channel with 4 wheel-speed sensors and electronic/hydraulic control unit |
| BODY TYPE | Aluminum unit body |
| RECOMMENDED FUEL | Premium unleaded, 92 octane |
| EPA FUEL MILEAGE CITY/HIGHWAY |
6-Speed 3.2L V-6 [1997] - 17/24 Automatic 3.0L V-6 -18/24 |
| CURB WEIGHT |
6-Speed - NSX: 3069 lbs; NSX T: 3164 lbs Automatic - NSX: 3113 lbs; NSX T: 3208 lbs |
| ACCESSORIES |
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| Keyless Entry System |
| Car Cover |
| Trunk Mounted CD Changer |
| Carpeted Cargo Mat |
| CD Carry/Storage Case |
| Carpeted Floor Mats |
| Wheel Locks |
| Full Nose Mask |
| SEATING & TRIM | |
|---|---|
| Leather trimmed seats | |
| 4-way power driver's seat adjustment | |
| Full-length center console with coin box and beverage holder | |
| Full cargo area carpeting |
| CAPACITIES | |
|---|---|
| CRANKCASE | 6.7 U.S. quarts (6.3 liters) including filter |
| COOLING SYSTEM |
6-Speed - 17.0 U S. quarts (16.0 liters) Automatic - 17.5 U S. quarts (16.5 liters) |
| FUEL TANK | Approximately 18.5 U S. gallons (70 liters) |
| PASSENGER VOLUME | 48.9 Cu. ft. |
| CARGO VOLUME | 5.0 Cu. ft. |
| TOTAL VOLUME | 53.9 Cu. ft. |