1997 Honda NSX vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (280 HP) has 200 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 115 kg more than 1964 Toyota Crown. 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 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda NSX | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | NSX | Crown |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
