2004 Acura NSX vs. 1977 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 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, 1977 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 1977 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura NSX | 1977 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | NSX | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
