1998 Acura NSX vs. 1970 Rover 2000
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1970 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover 2000.
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, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover 2000. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 1970 Rover 2000 | |
Make | Acura | Rover |
Model | NSX | 2000 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |