1995 Acura NSX vs. 1975 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1995 Acura NSX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1975 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 80 kg more than 1995 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, 1975 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura NSX | 1975 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | NSX | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4096 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2950 mm |