2005 Honda NSX vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 320 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda NSX | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | NSX | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
