1995 Acura NSX vs. 1976 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1995 Acura NSX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Statesman weights approximately 48 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, 1995 Acura NSX (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Statesman. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 1976 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Acura | Holden |
| Model | NSX | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 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 |
