1992 Acura NSX vs. 1977 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1992 Acura NSX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1977 Holden Statesman. (214 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Statesman weights approximately 175 kg more than 1992 Acura NSX.
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, 1977 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Acura NSX | 1977 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Acura | Holden |
| Model | NSX | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2900 mm |
