2004 Acura NSX vs. 1974 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Ascona 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 190 more horse power than 1974 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura NSX weights approximately 540 kg more than 1974 Opel Ascona. 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, 2004 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Ascona. 2004 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 1974 Opel Ascona has manual transmission. 1974 Opel Ascona 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 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | NSX | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2440 mm |
