The Acura NSX Base for 1998: Improving on 1997
The 1998 Acura NSX Base was introduced to compete in the coupe market. The Base is a member of a series of two trim levels for the NSX which include T and Base. The two-door car with its rear-wheel drive is positioned to aggressively fill this niche for Acura. There is strong competition from vehicles from Infiniti.
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 6-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.
Vehicle Statistics
The NSX is 174.20 inches long, 71.30 inches wide, and 46.10 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 99.60 inches. It is able to seat 2 comfortably.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $84,000 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $73,357. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Coupe.
Fuel Efficiency
The fuel system for the 1998 NSX is a traditional PGM-FI, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 18.50 gallons.
The NSX Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of 17 - 18 in-city driving and twenty four when it came to long-distance. Being a gas-powered non-green car, this was exceptional.
Conclusion
The 1998 model year was telling year for the Acura NSX. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Base version) meant that buyers had several options to choose from..
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