1992 Acura NSX vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1992 Acura NSX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Acura NSX weights approximately 115 kg more than 1974 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Acura NSX | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | NSX | Luce |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2590 mm |
