1976 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 536 kg more than 1976 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Escort | 2008 Honda NSX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | NSX |
Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |