1994 Acura NSX vs. 1975 Ford Capri

To start off, 1994 Acura NSX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (55 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Acura NSX weights approximately 360 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. 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, 1994 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Acura NSX 1975 Ford Capri
Make Acura Ford
Model NSX Capri
Year Released 1994 1975
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2977 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 271 HP 55 HP
Engine RPM 7300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 284 Nm 87 Nm
Torque RPM 5400 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1010 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2560 mm