2003 Acura NSX vs. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2003 Acura NSX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 590 kg more than 2003 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, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice (339 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura NSX | 1974 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | NSX | Caprice |
Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3100 mm |