1995 Acura NSX vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1995 Acura NSX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (271 HP) has 211 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 530 kg more than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | NSX | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2380 mm |
