Compare the2022 Acura NSXVS 2021 Karma Revero

The NSX’s pre-crash front seatbelts will tighten automatically in the event the vehicle detects an impending crash, improving protection against injury significantly. The Revero doesn’t offer pre-crash pretensioners.

The NSX has all-wheel drive to maximize traction under poor conditions, especially in ice and snow. The Revero doesn’t offer all-wheel drive.

The NSX has standard AcuraLink, which uses a global positioning satellite (GPS) receiver and a cellular system to remotely unlock your doors if you lock your keys in, help track down your vehicle if it’s stolen or send emergency personnel to the scene if any airbags deploy. The Revero doesn’t offer a GPS response system, only a navigation computer with no live response for emergencies, so if you’re involved in an accident and you’re incapacitated help may not come as quickly.

Both the NSX and the Revero have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, driver knee airbags, side-impact head airbags, front seatbelt pretensioners, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, daytime running lights and rearview cameras.

There are over 12 times as many Acura dealers as there are Karma dealers, which makes it much easier should you ever need service under the NSX’s warranty.

The NSX’s 3.5 turbo V6 hybrid produces 64 more horsepower (600 vs. 536) than the Revero’s 1.5 turbo 3-cylinder hybrid.

The NSX has 5.4 gallons more fuel capacity than the Revero (15.6 vs. 10.3 gallons), for longer range between fill-ups.

The NSX has a standard cap-less fueling system. The fuel filler is automatically opened when the fuel nozzle is inserted and automatically closed when it’s removed. This eliminates the need to unscrew and replace the cap and it reduces fuel evaporation, which causes pollution. The Revero doesn’t offer a cap-less fueling system.

The NSX’s launch control uses engine electronics to hold engine RPM’s precisely in order to provide the most stable and rapid acceleration possible, using all of the available traction. The Revero doesn’t offer launch control.

For better stopping power the NSX CCB’s front brake rotors are larger than those on the Revero:

The NSX offers optional heat-treated ceramic brake rotors, which last ten to twenty times as long as conventional cast iron rotors, don’t rust, don’t fade during repeated high speed braking, and their lighter weight contribute to better braking, handling and acceleration. The Revero doesn’t offer ceramic brake rotors.

For better traction and acceleration, the NSX has larger rear tires than the Revero (305/30R20 vs. 265/40R21). The NSX’s rear tires are larger than the largest rear tires available on the Revero (305/30R20 vs. 285/35R22).

The NSX’s 245/35R19 front and 305/30R20 rear tires provide better handling because they have a lower 35 series front and 30 series rear profile (height to width ratio) that provides a stiffer sidewall than the Revero’s standard 40 series tires. The NSX’s tires are lower profile than the Revero’s optional 35 series tires.

The NSX has a standard easy tire fill system. When inflating the tires, the vehicle’s integrated tire pressure sensors keep track of the pressure as the tires fill and tell the driver when the tires are inflated to the proper pressure. The Revero doesn’t offer vehicle monitored tire inflation.

The NSX has a standard driver-adjustable suspension system. It allows the driver to choose between an extra-supple ride, reducing fatigue on long trips, or a sport setting, which allows maximum control for tricky roads. The Revero’s suspension doesn’t offer adjustable shock absorbers.

For better maneuverability, the NSX’s turning circle is .7 feet tighter than the Revero’s (39.7 feet vs. 40.4 feet).

The Acura NSX may be more efficient, handle and accelerate better because it weighs about 1200 pounds less than the Karma Revero.

The NSX is 1 foot, 8.9 inches shorter than the Revero, making the NSX easier to handle, maneuver and park in tight spaces.

The NSX uses computer-generated active noise cancellation to help remove annoying noise and vibration from the passenger compartment, especially at low frequencies. The Revero doesn’t offer active noise cancellation.

To allow full utilization of available cargo room, the NSX’s trunk lid uses gas strut supported hinges that don’t intrude into the trunk. The Revero’s useful trunk space is reduced by its intrusive beam hinge.

The NSX’s standard power window controls are mounted on the armrest for easy access. The Revero’s available power window controls are spread out on the center console where they can’t be seen without the driver completely removing his eyes from the road.

If the windows are left open on the NSX the driver can close them all at the outside door handle. On a hot day the driver can lower the windows at the outside door handle or from a distance using the keyless remote. The driver of the Revero can only operate the windows from inside the vehicle, with the ignition on.

While driving with high beams on, sensitive light sensors standard on the NSX detect other vehicles which could be blinded and automatically switch to low beams. The Revero doesn’t offer automatic dimming high beams.

When the NSX is put in reverse, both rearview mirrors tilt from their original position. This gives the driver a better view of the curb during parallel parking maneuvers. Shifting out of reverse puts the mirrors into their original positions. The Revero’s mirrors don’t automatically adjust for backing.

The NSX was chosen as one of Automobile Magazine’s “All Stars” in 2017. The Revero has never been an “All Star.”