1998 Honda NSX vs. 1973 Peugeot 504

To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 134 kg more than 1973 Peugeot 504. 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, 1998 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 504. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 504.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Honda NSX 1973 Peugeot 504
Make Honda Peugeot
Model NSX 504
Year Released 1998 1973
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 1971 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 276 HP 91 HP
Engine RPM 7300 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 161 Nm
Torque RPM 5300 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 81 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1464 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2910 mm