1998 Acura NSX vs. 1982 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Model F 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 215 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Model F.
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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Model F. 1982 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1998 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 1982 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | NSX | Model F |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1811 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2240 mm |
