2003 Acura NSX vs. 1977 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2003 Acura NSX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Stanza 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 @ 6600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura NSX weights approximately 475 kg more than 1977 Nissan Stanza. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura NSX | 1977 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | NSX | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
