2005 Acura NSX vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura NSX (252 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura NSX weights approximately 497 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. 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, 2005 Acura NSX (285 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (125 Nm). This means 2005 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura NSX | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | NSX | Escort |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
