1998 Honda NSX vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica 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 (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 635 kg more than 1977 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Honda NSX (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | NSX | Publica |
Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2270 mm |