2000 Acura NSX vs. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 445 kg more than 2000 Acura NSX.
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, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice (339 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura NSX. (305 Nm). This means 1974 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura NSX. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2000 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 2000 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura NSX | 1974 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | NSX | Caprice |
Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3208 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 339 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3100 mm |