1997 Acura NSX vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1997 Acura NSX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica 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 154 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura NSX weights approximately 190 kg more than 1978 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, 1997 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura NSX | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | NSX | Celica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 284 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 | 4420 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
