1999 Honda NSX vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda NSX weights approximately 315 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. 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 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri. 1974 Ford Capri has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1999 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Ford Capri will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda NSX | 1974 Ford Capri | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | NSX | Capri |
Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3177 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 72.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |