1994 Acura NSX vs. 1977 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1994 Acura NSX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta 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 205 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Acura NSX weights approximately 610 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (94 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Acura NSX | 1977 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | NSX | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2290 mm |
