2008 Honda NSX vs. 1974 Lada 1200
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1974 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 450 kg more than 1974 Lada 1200. 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, 2008 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda NSX | 1974 Lada 1200 | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | NSX | 1200 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 46 L |