2000 Acura NSX vs. 1978 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 395 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 404. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 1978 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Acura | Peugeot |
| Model | NSX | 404 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
