Car of the Year for 1991: The Acura NSX Base
It is common to find buyers of the Acura NSX enthusiastic about their purchase. The NSX has been one of the premier vehicles of the Acura line for years. It is considered an institution of a car and the 1991 model is no exception. The Acura NSX falls into the coupe for the family category. The NSX inspires brand loyalty, and it’s not unusual to have a buyer purchase Acuras year after year It is a constant that only gets better with age.
Acura NSX Engine Specs
The restyled NSX Base is equipped with a Honda 3.0-liter 6-cylinder engine that utilizes a total of 24 valves. The VTEC engine is paired with a Honda 5-speed transaxle. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Acura.
The NSX uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.
For the 1991 NSX, the fuel delivery system is a electronic PGM-FI, using gasoline for fuel. A fuel-injected MFI configuration. The gas tank holds 18.50 gallons.
Vehicle Statistics
99.60 of wheelbase allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers. It sits a comfortable 46.10 inches off the ground. It seats a standard two passengers, with 2 doors. The dimensions of the NSX Base are 173.40 inches long by 71.30 inches wide.
There is a 50,000* mile, 60* month warranty with this vehicle, including a powertrain warranty of 50,000*/36* miles/months. This is normal for this price range.
Cost is an important factor when buy a car. The Acura NSX lists at $62,000 when new. The dealer cost on the car was an industry-high price. This price was high compared to the industry standard price for a 2-door coupe.
Fuel Efficiency
The 1991 NSX gets 24 miles/gallon on the highway and only 18 in the city. This is exceptional for a coupe car.
In 1990 and 1991 the NSX Base was availble in the exterior colors of several colors.
Conclusion
There are several reasons why the Acura NSX Base sold well in 1991. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Acura, specifically a NSX.