2001 Acura NSX vs. 1979 Ford Ranchero
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1979 Ford Ranchero. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Ranchero.
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, 2001 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Ranchero. (170 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Ranchero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1979 Ford Ranchero | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | NSX | Ranchero |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1992 cc |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2300 mm |
