2005 Acura NSX vs. 1978 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura NSX weights approximately 580 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corolla. 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 (305 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura NSX | 1978 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | NSX | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2380 mm |