2002 Honda NSX vs. 1976 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2002 Honda NSX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Skyline. (136 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda NSX weights approximately 265 kg more than 1976 Nissan Skyline. 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 (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2002 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda NSX | 1976 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | NSX | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |
