1996 Honda NSX vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Honda NSX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (119 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda NSX weights approximately 190 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda NSX | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | NSX | Celica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
