1999 Acura NSX vs. 1968 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1999 Acura NSX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura NSX weights approximately 729 kg more than 1968 Mazda 1000. 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, 1999 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda 1000. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Acura NSX | 1968 Mazda 1000 | |
Make | Acura | Mazda |
Model | NSX | 1000 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |