2002 Honda NSX vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2002 Honda NSX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corona. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda NSX weights approximately 464 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corona. 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 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda NSX | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | NSX | Corona |
Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1705 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |