2002 Acura NSX vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura NSX weights approximately 615 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | NSX | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
