2002 Acura NSX vs. 1973 Toyota Century
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Century weights approximately 313 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX.
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, 2002 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 1973 Toyota Century | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | NSX | Century |
Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2870 mm |