1995 Acura NSX vs. 1979 Mazda Montrose
To start off, 1995 Acura NSX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda Montrose. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda Montrose would be higher. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda Montrose. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 427 kg more than 1979 Mazda Montrose. 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, 1995 Acura NSX (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (153 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda Montrose.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura NSX | 1979 Mazda Montrose | |
Make | Acura | Mazda |
Model | NSX | Montrose |
Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |