2002 Acura NSX vs. 1978 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1978 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1978 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 150 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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX. 2002 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 1978 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1978 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 1978 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Acura | Avanti |
Model | NSX | Avanti |
Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 6568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2780 mm |