2000 Acura NSX vs. 1978 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 695 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Acura NSX (305 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Passat. (95 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura NSX | 1978 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | NSX | Passat |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3208 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 95 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2480 mm |