2000 Honda NSX vs. 1977 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1977 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 350 kg more than 1977 Mazda RX-4. 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, 2000 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda NSX | 1977 Mazda RX-4 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | NSX | RX-4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |