2002 Acura NSX vs. 1977 Rover 2600
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Rover 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Rover 2600 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1977 Rover 2600. (136 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1977 Rover 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura NSX weights approximately 104 kg more than 1977 Rover 2600. 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, 2002 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Rover 2600. (206 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Rover 2600. 1977 Rover 2600 has automatic transmission and 2002 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 2002 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Rover 2600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 1977 Rover 2600 | |
| Make | Acura | Rover |
| Model | NSX | 2600 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1348 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
