1997 Acura NSX vs. 1972 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1997 Acura NSX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1972 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura NSX weights approximately 305 kg more than 1972 Opel Rekord. 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, 1997 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura NSX | 1972 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | NSX | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
