2004 Acura NSX vs. 1974 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura NSX weights approximately 960 kg more than 1974 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life. 2004 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 1974 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1974 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura NSX | 1974 Honda Life | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | NSX | Life |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
