1993 Acura NSX vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 1993 Acura NSX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Acura NSX weights approximately 458 kg more than 1978 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Acura NSX | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Acura | Mazda |
Model | NSX | 616 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2480 mm |