2004 Acura NSX vs. 1976 Mazda 616
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura NSX weights approximately 520 kg more than 1976 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Acura NSX (304 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm). This means 2004 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura NSX | 1976 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | NSX | 616 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2480 mm |
