2003 Acura NSX vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Acura NSX is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura NSX (249 HP) has 169 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura NSX weights approximately 175 kg more than 1965 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura NSX | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | NSX | Crown |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
