2001 Acura NSX vs. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice.
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, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura NSX | 1979 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | NSX | Caprice |
Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 480 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 333 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2950 mm |